Crop Specialist

WHAT'S MY CAREER AS AN APPLICATOR CROP SPECIALIST LOOK LIKE?

Your next career will be highlighted by:

• Supporting EverGRO's Agronomy Division to safely & efficiently prepare & apply custom application of various crop protectants, fertilizers & other crop products to customer fields
• Support maintenance and repair of fleet vehicles & equipment
• Assist with transportation, blending and mixing of various agronomy (crop) products
• Safely follow all regulations for handling materials when transporting, applying & blending chemical/crop products
• Adhere to all DOT regulations, operating CMVs (commercial motor vehicles) in a safe manner at all time
• May be cross trained to support Energy division products, services and deliveries

WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME?

You will be eligible for several benefits, including:

• Competitive Pay & Career Advancement
• Competitive 401k Company Match w/ Immediate Vesting
• Incentives based on performance; Applicator Spray/Spread Acreage
• Health Plan Options; including Health Savings Account with Employer Contributions
• Paid Time Off -- Employee Discounts -- Fitness Reimbursements
• Reimbursement for certifications, licensing and renewals
• Leadership Training & Development opportunities
• Uniforms

Some positions will have the following work environment qualities.

• For a detailed list of physical and other work requirements, please inquire with the HR team during the interview process

WHO WILL I BE WORKING FOR?

You will be working for a company rooted in the cooperative world, with history dating back to 1933, operating in the divisions of Agronomy, Energy, Animal Health and Farm Supplies. EverGRO Cooperative is built on the relationships we grow with our customers, without their support, business, and loyalty we would not be the successful Coop we are today!

EverGRO fosters an environment founded on the following values.

• Trust: we provide dependable & reliable services
• Quality Products: we offer a variety of reputable products
• Superior Customer Service: we strive to provide options & solutions to our customer's challenges
• Growth & Development: we value the talent within our team & encourage their growth both professionally and personally

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

No matter the position, EverGRO will always be looking for candidates that are:

• Creative, Adaptable, Committed and Dedicated

For this role, we are looking for talent that can bring to the table the following.

• Valid Commercial Driver License, Class A or B (Class A preferred)

• Preferred knowledge & experience in agronomy/agriculture, preferably with seed, chemicals, inventory, crop protectants, etc.

• Preferred at least one (1) year of experience applying fertilizer, pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and other treatment products and/or working in an agricultural, crop protectant or pest control environment

• Have obtained or are able & willing to obtain the following licenses/certifications;

• Registered Technician OR Commercial Applicator License OR Private Applicator License

• Forklift Certification

• Preferred high school diploma/GED equivalent

• Preferred Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with 6 months of driving experience

• Dedication to safety and compliance

• A passion & enthusiasm to work with our cooperative customers

• A desire to learn, grow and work as a cross-functional team member with other divisions within EverGRO

EverGRO Cooperative Farm Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against individuals based on their race, color, religion, or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws or regulations.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, functions and skills required for this job. Functions and requirements may change at any time with or without notice. This job description is a summary of essential job functions necessary for the satisfactory performance of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable those with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Job functions may vary by location.