What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custom Applicator/Mechanic position at SYNERGY COMMUNITY COOPERATIVE?
Join the Synergy Team!
Where Hard Work Meets Hometown Fun
What It Means to Work at Synergy
At Synergy, we believe work should feel like a community – and that community should be supportive and fun! As a locally owned cooperative, we take pride in supporting our employees, our customers, and the communities we serve. When you join our team, you’ll find more than just a job; you’ll find opportunity, growth, and people who genuinely care.
What You Can Expect from Us
- Competitive pay
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability
- 401(k) with a 6% match!
- Profit sharing
- Company clothing annual allowance
- Gas and LP discounts
- Advancement opportunities
- Continuous Training and Development
- A relaxed, yet upbeat and fun work environment with great people
What You’ll Be Doing
This role is responsible for accurately applying agricultural chemicals and fertilizers by safely operating and maintaining agriculture equipment, including but not limited to sprayers, spreaders, and trucks. You can expect to mix, load, and apply pesticides/fertilizers, provide superior customer service, and maintain customer rapport while working efficiently and having fun! This position also performs an exciting variety of tasks on non-application days, which may include such things as warehouse maintenance and/or location grounds and equipment maintenance and/or assisting other departments as needed.
Skills That Will Help You in This Role
- Safely operating agriculture equipment
- Having a positive attitude
- Being reliable and on-time
- Performing at a quick pace while having fun
- Working as part of a team to accomplish daily goals
- Thinking quickly and offering suggestions
- Being a trusted co-worker who always thinks of safety and security
What We Need from You
- A driving record that is acceptable for commercial liability insurance
- Commercial Chemical Applicator’s License or willingness to obtain
- Valid Class B CDL or willingness to obtain
- Ability to work outdoors in all conditions with extended work hours in peak season
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally
- High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Bonus Points if You Have
- Agricultural background with related experience operating agricultural equipment
- Associate degree or technical certificate in agriculture related field of study desired
- Tanker Endorsement
- Hazmat Endorsement
- 1-2 years of related chemical application desired
- 1-2 years of equipment mechanical diagnosis, problem-solving, and repair experience
Why You’ll Love Working for a Co-Op!
When you work for a cooperative, you are part of something bigger than just a business – you’re a part of a community. Synergy is locally owned and operated, which means every dollar and every decision helps strengthen the towns we call home. We believe in fun, honesty, safety, community, and investing in our people.
Here, you’re not just an employee – you are part of the Synergy community and the cooperative tradition that helps our rural communities thrive.
18 years minimum:
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for this position. Synergy Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.