What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custom Applicator position at Frontier Cooperative?
At Frontier Cooperative, we believe agriculture is more than a business, it's a way of life. As an agricultural leader serving Nebraska's farming communities, we provide a comprehensive range of grain, agronomy, feed, and energy products and services. But what sets us apart is how we do it: with integrity, with quality, and with a deep commitment to the communities we're proud to call home. We're looking for people who share those values and want to grow with us.
What you'll do:
Field application
- Operate constant flow sprayers, variable rate applicators, and dry spreaders safely and efficiently
- Apply pre- and post-emergent chemicals, insecticides, lime, and dry and liquid fertilizers to producer fields
- Evaluate product labels to ensure proper application rates and usage
- Maneuver sprayer into proper position on producer's land while avoiding damage to property
- Prevent chemical spills; clean up any spillage immediately and report issues to supervisor
Product loading & coordination
- Prepare sprayer for loading and verify product arrives in good condition
- Collaborate with commercial truck drivers operating tender trucks to receive chemicals or fertilizers in the field
- Activate auto shutoffs, assist connecting transfer hoses, and operate transfer systems to fill sprayer tanks
- Disconnect and secure hoses and tanks upon completion of transfer
Equipment maintenance
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on sprayers and dry spreaders
- Change oil and filters; replace lights, belts, wiper blades, and grease fittings
- Clean chemical tanks with appropriate cleaning agents after each use
- Keep sprayers clean inside and out to ensure proper mechanical operation and a positive company image
Safety & compliance
- Follow all company safety standards and comply with OSHA, state, and federal regulations
- Maintain CDL license and endorsements and commercial chemical applicator's license
- Attend educational workshops and review technical publications to stay current in the field
What we are looking for:
- Valid operator's license and Commercial Chemical Applicator's license required
- CDL Class A or B with HazMat and Tanker endorsements required (or obtainable within 90 days)
- Ability to operate constant and variable rate sprayers, dry spreaders, anhydrous stations, and nurse tanks
- Strong math skills including proportions, percentages, and volume calculations
- Effective communicator with customers and coworkers
Why join us? Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, finances, and future.
- Paycheck for life: Cooperative pension plan, plus 401(k) with traditional and Roth options
- Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, supplemental plans, and FSA/HSA spending accounts
- Paid time off: Vacation and sick leave to rest and recharge
- Uniform & boot allowances: Annual allowances so you're always equipped and ready
- 360 Wellness Program: Whole-person wellness with real incentives
- Sign-on & referral bonuses: Get rewarded for joining and for bringing great people with you
Additional benefits available — ask us for details.