Crop Application Specialist - GROWMARKFS, LLC - Somerset, PA
Company: GROWMARK
Location: Somerset
Posted on: April 20, 2024
Job Description:
- GROWMARK FS* is* headquartered in Milford, Delaware with
branches in New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania,
and Virginia. GROWMARK FS has about 500 employees (including
seasonal workers) and approximately 13,000 customers. The
cooperative does business in seed, agronomy, energy, crop
protection, precision agriculture, and custom application. GROWMARK
FS is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative
serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and
Ontario, Canada. * PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT Operates
commercial sprayer or spreader for the purpose of applying crop
inputs to producer fields. In addition, operates and maintains
single or tandem axle trucks and other equipment. Performs all job
functions in a timely and accurate manner to increase customer
satisfaction and maintain the reputation and profitability of the
organization. * ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS* * _ * Applies crop
production inputs to fields and growing crops according to
recommended rates, procedures, and following all pesticide labels.
Records application data according to regulations and standards.
Sets up material handling, blending, storage, transport and
application equipment for blending and delivery of products. Blends
products according to recommended rates and procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to safely operate
sprayers, floaters, single or tandem axle trucks and other
equipment to meet company and DOT standards. Performs and records
daily safety checks of assigned vehicle(s) and associated equipment
by conducting pre-trip inspections, such as checking fuel and oil
levels, inspecting tires, lights, and brakes. Loads and unloads
containers, pallets, or materials and products, safely on/off
trucks, trailers, or railcars. Ensures products are evenly balanced
and distributed on trucks and trailers and proper axle weight
limits are met. Responsible for the inventory control and turns in
application records on a daily basis. Assures all product is
accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket. Makes
application rate and/or product recommendations based on field
observations in conjunction with the Crop Specialist. Assists with
education and on-the-job training of Applicator 1 and Applicator II
personnel. * OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS* Responsible for maintaining,
repairing, rebuilding, and/or servicing location equipment,
vehicles, and structures as needed._ Collects/records soil sample
information using proper procedures. Follows GROWMARK's Code of
Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and
Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.
Performs all other duties as assigned*.* * REQUIREMENTS* Normally
requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof, and a
minimum of 3 years of related work experience. Demonstrates
essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration,
communication, customer focus, decision making and skill
development*.* Must have and maintain a CDL license with required
endorsements, a satisfactory driving record and valid medical card.
Must hold and maintain all required pesticide or fertilizer
applicator licenses or certifications in states where crop
production inputs are applied. Responsible for renewing licenses or
certifications as required and reporting status of licenses or
certifications to the Location Manager. Ability to work extended
hours and on-call as business conditions warrant. Occasionally
exposed or required to: * Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold,
wet, etc.) * Noisy conditions * Working conditions may include
dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards, requiring
utilization of appropriate safety measures * May be required to
work at varying heights * Lift 51 - 70 lbs. Ability and willingness
to participate in required training that may include education on
GROWMARK's policies and procedures and additional training as it
relates to the requirements of the position. Women and Minorities
are Encouraged to Apply. We are an equal opportunity employer,
including protected veterans and qualified individuals with
disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an
acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor
vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and
permissible by law.
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