Job Description
Do you have a passion for agriculture and operating large farm equipment? Do you like to work outdoors?
Eldon C. Stutsman, Inc. is hiring motivated individuals who can apply crop protection products and assist in our agronomy and grain operations for our customers in Hills, Iowa and Wellman, Iowa.
Responsibilities:
- Prepares proper truck reports and records, including truck maintenance records as required
- Maintain organized application/spray records
- Assists with inventory control through adhering to established procedure and reports
- Understand the capabilities and limitations of equipment (floaters, RoGators, tool bars, etc.)
- Provide prompt, professional, and courteous customer service
- Assist grain, agronomy, and feed operations departments as needed
- Attends scheduled training as requested
- Maintain clean, safe working environment
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED and demonstrated experience in agricultural education, or combination of education and work experience
- Prior experience in operating large equipment is required
- Must have or be able to obtain a commercial pesticide applicators license with 1A, 1B, and 1C endorsements
- Class A CDL preferred with HAZMAT and Tanker endorsements is preferred, or the ability to obtain within a designated timeframe.
- Must have Forklift certification or the ability to obtain one
- Mechanical aptitude
- Forklift certification or the ability to obtain
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Must have all application licenses as required by State and Federal Agencies
- Must be willing and able to work extended hours in-season
- Possess and maintain a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
Working Conditions:
- Sitting, standing and/or walking for extended periods of time.
- Repetitive tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Manual dexterity: the ability to quickly move your hands, use hands and arms to grasp, manipulate or assemble objects.
- PPE Mandatory for this position: safety shoes and protective eyewear.
- Ability to work in non-climate-controlled environment.
- Ability to lift up to 65 pounds frequently
Eldon C. Stutsman, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing all qualified candidates an equal chance to gain employment, free of discrimination and harassment.