Farm Equipment Operator - Applicator

Agronomy Applicator

Location: Carrollton, Missouri
Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Ray-Carroll is hiring a Farm Equipment Operator - Agronomy Applicator in Carrollton, MO. In this role, you will apply fertilizer and crop protection products to customer fields while supporting daily agronomy operations, equipment maintenance, and customer service.

As a full-service cooperative, Ray-Carroll County Grain Growers provides the services and technical expertise to help our local producers thrive. We’ve been proud to serve our member-owners since 1931. With 11 locations and a trade territory covering more than 15 counties in Missouri, Ray-Carroll team members specialize in grain, agronomy, precision ag, insurance, energy/service station, feed, outside operations, office work, trucking, and more.

We offer competitive pay based on experience along with 100% paid health insurance for full-time employees, a defined benefit retirement program that coincides with a 401(k) program, paid vacation, and sick time.

Responsibilities

• Apply agronomy products to customer fields, including dry and liquid fertilizer, crop protection products, lime, and NH3.
• Communicate daily activities, operational needs, and completed work with the Location Manager and/or Operations Manager.
• Safely operate application equipment, tending equipment, NH3 equipment, pickups, side-dress equipment, and other company vehicles.
• Maintain application equipment and accurately document required maintenance and service.
• Complete daily application records and other required documentation.
• Assist with receiving, loading, unloading, and handling inbound and outbound agronomy products.
• Assist with measuring and counting inventory, including dry and liquid fertilizer, NH3, and crop protection products.
• Scout fields for insects, weeds, and other concerns when needed in the absence of a Sales Agronomist.
• Assist with general facility and grounds maintenance, including mowing, weed control, snow removal, and housekeeping.
• Follow all applicable local, state, and federal DOT regulations along with Ray-Carroll policies and procedures.
• Operate equipment and vehicles safely and in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
• Provide courteous, professional service to customers, employees, and member-owners.
• Maintain a positive attitude and contribute to a safe, productive, team-oriented work environment.
• Support company objectives and perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Valid state driver’s license.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Ability and willingness to obtain an Applicator’s License.
• Farming or agricultural experience is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and work in a hands-on agricultural environment.

Ray-Carroll is willing to train the right candidate.