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Operations Technician
AgState is currently seeking an Operations Technician! Do you love working with your hands and being outside? Are you a hard worker with a desire to grow and learn in a stable career? Join our team today!
We are seeking a motivated individual who will be responsible, under the direction of the Location Leader, for agronomy and grain operations. At AgState, you will find a team atmosphere committed to safety and excellent customer service and a stable career!
This is a great opportunity for candidates interested in working with agriculture and providing exceptional customer service to our producers. You will find a team atmosphere committed to safety and excellent customer service, along with a stable career that offers outstanding benefits!
We Offer:
AgState offers a generous benefits package including 401K Match or Defined Benefit (Pension) Retirement Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Salary Continuation, Long Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance, Career Growth and Development Opportunities, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Education Assistance, Employee discounts and local discounts, Paid Holidays, Clothing Allowance, and a generous Paid Time off Accrual.
You Will:
- Support the elevator operations.
- Receive, dry, blend, and load grain.
- Measure grain inventory as needed.
- Prepare grain rail cars and load cars according to specifications as needed.
- Maintain grain conditions.
- Support all aspects of Agronomy Operations
- Manage ag chemicals and fertilizer.
- Understand chemical rates, uses, and restrictions.
- Operate Fertilizer mix plant – dry & liquid
- Manage chemical warehouse & lead agronomy inventory
- Fill NH3 tanks
- Abide by our values and practices by:
- Working in a safe & efficient manner
- Providing superior customer service
- Performing equipment and facility maintenance including housekeeping, daily maintenance checks, and basic maintenance as required
- Assisting other locations, as needed
- Other duties as assigned
You Have:
- Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license.
- Have a valid or the ability to obtains a Class A CDL, Commercial applicator license and/or Handler’s license.
- Ability to work overtime as required. Consideration may be given to accommodate special scheduling needs.
- Good computer skills
- One year of related experience and/or education preferred, but not required.
**Our values ~ RISE: Respect- ~ Integrity ~ Safety ~ Excellence **
Equal Opportunity Employer - we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage employees at AgState to bring authenticity to work every day.
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To submit your application or to view our other openings within the company visit us online at www.AgState.org Contact Human Resources for an Internal Application.