Agronomy Applicator​/Truck Driver - Albion

Albion

Commercial Driver’s License (Class A with Tanker, Airbrakes and Hazmat endorsements), Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certificate—category 1A. High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Assists customers with crop production products and services and provides excellent customer service.
• Provides assistance with stocking merchandise, advertising, and inventory control.
• Custom application of fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides.
• Performs scheduled maintenance on assigned application equipment according to manufacturer guidelines.
• Maintains detailed application records as required by law.
• Performs pre‑trip inspections on all vehicles and maintains records as required.
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of all chemicals, fertilizers, and their abilities of control; operates equipment to load dry and liquid fertilizer equipment, trailers, and tenders.
• Accurately measures and distributes chemicals according to work orders or purchase orders.
• Cleans, maintains, and repairs vehicles and application equipment as qualified, while maintaining service records.
• Delivers goods while operating a tractor‑trailer truck; loads and unloads cargo.
• Records the amount and type of cargo being delivered.
• Fuels the truck, cleans the truck, and washes windows.
• Reports to a supervisor any incidents encountered on the road.
• Monitors road conditions and watches for traffic congestion.
• Follows all applicable traffic laws.
• Inspects the trailer before and after the trip, and records any defects found.
• Follows accident procedures if an accident occurs.
• Keeps a log of activities.
• Reports serious mechanical problems to the appropriate personnel.
• Keeps the truck and associated equipment clean and in good working order.
• Plans routes using a map to deliver goods to clients on time.
• Takes special precautions while driving.
• Complies with all local, state and federal laws, codes, and regulations related to handling hazardous materials and sales.
• Maintains a positive attitude that promotes teamwork within the Cooperative and a favorable image of the Cooperative.
• Responsible for maintaining clean facilities, and complying with all state and federal regulations pertaining to a safe workplace, housekeeping, and all activities that require regulation compliance.
• Provides excellent customer service by managing difficult or emotional situations; responds promptly to customer needs, resolves questions, complaints and concerns immediately, and meets commitments.
• Effectively communicates by verbal and written means with customers, employees, and management.
• Maintains and promotes safety awareness; follows safety policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.

If you would like to apply, please either APPLY ONLINE or print an application and mail to:

Country Partners Cooperative
Attn: HR Director
PO Box 80
Gothenburg, NE 69138

Questions?
Contact:
Donna Schnackenberg, HR Director