PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Under the direction of Location Manager / Crop Sales Specialist, delivers products, communicates sales leads, custom applies fertilizers, crop protection products , or ag lime, inspects fields, takes soil samples, and maintains or repairs equipment as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Delivers products to customers according to company standards and to increase potential sales .
• Communicates sales leads to their supervisor.
• Blends products according to recommended rates and procedures.
• Applies crop production inputs to fields and growing crops according to recommended rates and procedures and following all pesticide labels.

Records application data according to regulations and standards. Provide electronic and / or paper copies of "as applied" data in a timely manner .

• Maintain and repair company facilities and rolling stock as required .
• Responsible for inventory control and turning in application records on a daily basis . Assures all product is accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket .
• Scouts fields as required following Company scouting procedures and report findings for identification and recommendations to Supervisor and Crop Specialist.
• Collects soil samples using proper procedures. Records soil sample information for proper identification and analysis.
• Sets up material handling, blending, storage, transport, and application equipment for blending and delivery of products.

Repairs and rebuilds equipment as needed.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for maintaining company equipment and facilities according to company standards, adhering to the company Uniform Policy , and maintaining the appropriate professional image.
• May serve on the location Safety Committee and adheres to the company's environmental health and safety policies and training.
• Performs other duties as assigned .
• Follows Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA , and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Educations and Experience

Normally requires previous applicator or related experience and / or training to demonstrate the ability to deliver products , custom applies fertilizers, and crop protection products, inspect fields, take soil samples, and do minor equipment maintenance.

Functional Competencies

• Proven professional communication and customer service skills and the ability to comprehend simple instructions and communicate one-on-one and in small groups with customers and other employees.
• Proven ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment .
• Understanding of basic computer skills as they relate to the custom application business .

Core Competencies

Demonstrated core competencies , including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision-making , and skill development.

Other Requirements

• Must have or have the ability to obtain a CDL with proper endorsements and a commercial operator's license within the first six months of employment.
• Ability to perform pre-and post-trip inspections, perform minor equipment maintenance and repair, and lift 70 lbs.
• Ability to work hours other than those considered normal to meet seasonal demands.

BENEFITS

EMPLOYEE MISSION STATEMENT

Prairieland FS, Inc strives to provide a Total Rewards package that delivers exceptional pay for exceptional performance, recognizes your dedication to our mission , and helps us attract and retain the highest caliber of talent .

We are an equal-opportunity employer.

Last updated : 2024-04-23