Looking to build a career in agriculture, work with purpose, and grow your technical skills? Join Central Valley Ag as an Applicator and get hands-on experience with equipment, technology, and agronomy — no prior experience required.

As an Applicator at CVA, you will:

Receive on-the-job training, including support to earn your CDL and applicator license
Build mechanical and technical skills while working with advanced equipment
Gain valuable experience in agriculture with opportunities to grow within the company
Work for a company that values safety, integrity, and long-term career development

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to break into the ag industry and grow from the ground up!

PURPOSE

As an Applicator at Central Valley Ag, you will be responsible for the application of agronomy products and to perform needed maintenance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Load, handle, and apply dry and liquid fertilizer, lime, and crop protection products.
Understand and safely operate the application equipment assigned.
Utilize the information supplied and the technology in the application equipment to ensure that the right products at the right rates are applied and billed to the right fields and customers.
Assist in the mixing, loading, unloading and transporting of Crop Protection and fertilizer products.
Assist with inventory management.
Works with supervisor and co-workers to keep errors to a minimum.
Provide excellent customer service.
Consistently follows all laws, regulations, and safety rules (including PPE) in handling and applying products and storing chemicals.
Assist with the maintenance of equipment and plant.
Maintain positive communication with the supervisor and grower as needed.
Assist with scouting, product transportation and various services for producers
Properly complete necessary paperwork and records
Assist with other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

There are no supervisory roles with the position

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

High School or GED diploma
Must be licensed and insurable to drive
Must have or be able to obtain a Class A CDL with tanker and HazMat endorsements
Must have or be able to obtain a Commercial Applicator’s License
Knowledge of DOT or DOT experience preferred.
Ability to communicate in a professional manner and establish effective working relationships with internal operations and external customers.
Great basic mechanical skills.
Works in a way that demonstrates safety is a priority. Promotes a work environment that is safe for everyone.
We value the highest ethical standard-our word is our bond.
Can plan, prioritize, organize and manage resources in order to accomplish jobs within the defined timetable.
Must be a self-starter.
Must have good computer skills.
Ability to multi-task several assignments simultaneously and establish job priorities.
Works well with others to achieve a common goal.

Central Valley Ag
Central Valley Ag is a farmer-owned cooperative headquartered in York, Neb. CVA has locations in Iowa, Kansas, and Nebraska. CVA is an innovative leader providing products and services in grain, agronomy, feed, and energy. You can find more information about Central Valley Ag by visiting www.cvacoop.com.

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Updated: March 2022

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