Description
Are you one of those exceptional individuals who have the knowledge and credentials to protect crops from pests? Are you familiar with the laws, regulations, and safety rules governing pesticide application and proper chemical storage? Do you have more than a bit of experience with basic measurements and calculations for calibrating gallons per acre and acres per tank. Do you possess or are you willing to get your Class-A CDL? If so, that's impressive and we'd love to hear from you! To see career growth opportunities at Wilbur-Ellis, click the following link:
Who's "We"?
We (or "WE" if you like) are Wilbur-Ellis. We have a hundred-year track record of bringing together the best people in the industry to serve our customers and be part of the WE family. That's because when people come first, the result is happy employees, which also means happy customers, families, and communities.
Sound like your kind of place? Great, read on!
What's the Job?
We want growers to know that when a Wilbur-Ellis crop applicator is on the job, they can expect the safe and legal application of plant protection and fertilizer products. That means appropriately calculating product and carrier quantities and mixing and applying plant protection and/or fertilizer products using various application equipment.
Absolute Musts:
Be familiar with all laws and regulations governing pesticide application
Commercial driver's license with preferred endorsements for Haz-Mat and Tank vehicles or willing to get.
Comprehend basic measurements and calculations for calibration (gallons per acre and acres per tank)
Have a working knowledge of all application equipment
Be able to accurately locate the application site
Posses a Qualified Applicator's Certification license and attends all required safety training meetings
Complete bi-annual medical exams
Participate in a DOT random selection for drug and alcohol testing
Participate in a 30-day blood test for Cholinesterase Monitoring
Ready to work odd hours during peak season (6-7 days, 10-14 hours, depending upon crew assignment, may be day or night)
Ready to travel to other branches, meeting locations, or customer farms
Who Fits Well in this Position?
You'll do well at WE if you bring:
Good interpersonal skills - we want you to get along with other employees and our grower customers
Strong time management skills with the ability to set priorities
A commitment to positive communication with your supervisor and growers
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Ability to be detail-oriented with a wide range of responsibilities
An ability to work with minimum supervision
A clean DMV record
Any Other Details about the Job?
Here are the particulars.
Proper application of fertilizer and plant protection products
Process work orders against scheduled dates and time
Comply with all applicable laws and regulations at all times
Follow all Wilbur-Ellis Company safety rules
Lift containers weighing up to 80 lbs
Coordinate the equipment's use and ensure it is returned in good working condition.
Perform a pre-trip inspection before leaving the yard
Arrive at the correct job site without undue delay
Correctly complete the necessary paperwork (application records, shipping papers, daily driver report, and all info on work orders)
Properly handle and store all chemical containers
Ensure that equipment is repaired or serviced to avoid delays in equipment availability.
Participate in blood testing and/or alcohol testing when scheduled
Perform necessary maintenance and repair on equipment
Assist as needed around the plant
And Pay and Benefits?
In compliance with all states and cities that require transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $23.82 - $29.81 per hour. Compensation includes competitive hourly wage, extra pay on overtime, and a spray acre bonus for applicating. Wages and bonuses may vary based on location, skills, and experience. This position is also eligible for vacation and sick time, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits. Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits,
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Wilbur-Ellis Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer
