About this position
Description:
CBH CO-OP is looking to fill the part-time custom applicator position
Responsibilities
- In this role, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining farm machinery and agricultural equipment efficiently and safely, including a floater sprayer, spreader, and company truck
- You will work closely with the operations team to ensure growers receive timely and precise agricultural application services
- Operate sprayers and spreaders to apply fertilizer, crop protection products, and other agricultural inputs according to job specifications
- Transport, load, and unload farm and agricultural products and supplies
- Calibrate and adjust equipment to ensure accurate application rates
- Perform daily inspections and routine maintenance on application and transportation equipment
- Accurately record application data, field conditions, and required documentation
- Follow all safety, environmental, DOT, and regulatory guidelines
- Communicate effectively with the Operations Manager and team members
- Assist with loading, mixing, and handling crop protection chemicals and fertilizers
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of equipment, vehicles, and work areas
- Work extended hours during peak farm and agriculture seasons as required
What you will be doing:
- Operate sprayers and spreaders to apply fertilizer, crop protection products, and other agricultural inputs according to job specifications
- Transport, load, and unload farm and agricultural products and supplies
- Calibrate and adjust equipment to ensure accurate application rates
- Perform daily inspections and routine maintenance on application and transportation equipment
- Accurately record application data, field conditions, and required documentation
- Follow all safety, environmental, DOT, and regulatory guidelines
- Communicate effectively with the Operations Manager and team members
- Assist with loading, mixing, and handling crop protection chemicals and fertilizers
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of equipment, vehicles, and work areas
- Work extended hours during peak farm and agriculture seasons as required
Qualifications
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required
- Basic mechanical skills with troubleshooting ability
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety practices
- Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented farm and agriculture environment
- Ability to lift and handle equipment and materials as needed
- Reliable, punctual, and professional