Farm Application Operator

Position: Farm Application Operator

Pay: $19/hr. - $24/hr.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Overtime pay during busy seasons.
• Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, etc.).
• On-the-job training with opportunities for certifications (commercial applicator license, CDL, etc.).
• Modern, well-maintained equipment.
• Long-term career growth in agriculture.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and calibrate application equipment (sprayers, spreaders, tender trucks, etc.) to apply fertilizer, nutrients, herbicides, insecticides, and other crop inputs.
• Mix, load, and deliver crop input products (bulk and packaged) to application equipment safely and accurately.
• Perform pre-application and post-application inspections: check nozzles, hoses, valves, filters, pressure, flow rates, and equipment condition.
• Adjust application settings based on field conditions, prescription maps, crop stage, and agronomic guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records of applications: product used, rates, field locations, weather conditions, calibration logs, and compliance documentation.
• Conduct routine maintenance, cleaning, and minor repairs on application equipment; collaborate with mechanics for larger repairs.
• Drive trucks (bulk and tender) as needed to transport product to fields, load/unload, and assist logistics operations.
• Assist with inventory management of chemicals, fertilizers, supplies, and parts for application operations.

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL (Class A or B) preferred or ability to obtain.
• Applicator license or certification, preferred or willing to obtain.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot and maintain application equipment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, travel to field sites, lift heavy items (e.g. up to 50–75 lbs), climb in/on equipment, and stand for long periods.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well with growers, agronomists, and team members.
• Ability to manage time and priorities in a fast-paced, seasonally intense environment.

Working Conditions & Schedule

• Predominantly field work in rural locations throughout the service area, moving between fields.
• Exposure to heat, sun, wind, dust, and other weather conditions.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) for chemical handling and equipment operation.
• Shift work and extended hours during key agronomic windows; may include early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Farming: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $24