Job Description
- Operate and maintain application equipment, including sprayers, spreaders, and other specialized machinery, to accurately apply agronomy products such as fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides to crops.
- Follow agronomic prescriptions and application maps to ensure precise and efficient product placement while minimizing environmental impact and maximizing crop yield potential.
- Conduct pre-operation equipment checks and routine maintenance tasks to ensure equipment is in optimal working condition and compliant with safety standards.
- Calibrate application equipment to deliver the correct product rate and coverage according to crop type, growth stage, and application requirements.
- Adhere to safety protocols and regulatory guidelines for handling and applying agronomy products, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to chemical handling procedures.
- Monitor weather conditions, wind speed, and environmental factors to assess applicability windows and determine optimal timing for application to minimize drift and ensure product efficacy.
- Record accurate application data, including product usage, field conditions, and weather observations, using electronic or paper-based record-keeping systems.
- Communicate effectively with customers, agronomy sales staff, and other team members to coordinate application schedules, address customer inquiries, and provide updates on job progress.
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay updated on industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in custom application techniques.
- Demonstrate a commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and regulatory compliance in all aspects of job performance, and contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment.
Started in 2021, originally known as Ag Partners (now Agricruit) is a very unique recruiting company that offers full-service recruiting within the agriculture community. Not only do we create the best experience for the candidates we work with, but we also go beyond measures to ensure that our clients are taken care of so they find the help they need in a timely manner.
On top of the full-service recruiting, we also offer modernized market data to ensure that our clients stay ahead of their competitors. We also offer job posting services as well as staffing services (NEW).
Founded and led by best-selling author of "Recruit to Win," Kale Klendworth, Agricruit is for companies that want to significantly grow their team, and for candidates that want to carry their values forward and start the career they’ve always deserved.
We can confidently promise that when you partner with us, you’ll significantly improve the scope of your life and business.