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Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses.
The J.
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Simplot Company is a true farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial product development, and distribution.
Summary
Under general direction, performs a variety of job responsibilities which may include operation of a newer model application equipment, delivery of fertilizer and chemical products to customers, equipment and plant maintenance and fertilizer blending.
Responsibilities
Product application, calibrating application equipment, application equipment maintenance, and cleaning and storing application equipment
Loading and delivering fertilizer and chemicals to customers
General plant equipment maintenance and housekeeping responsibilities
Receiving and unloading product deliveries and warehouse/inventory responsibilities
Misc.
duties such as special projects, attending provided trainings, providing back-up when/where needed
Promote and live the Simplot brand to our customers, employees and community as the best-in-class Agricultural distributor.
Responsible for accurate, timely, and safe product deliveries and where applicable, product application.
Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.
They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Typical Education:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Experience
Two plus years related experience and/or training.
Knowledge of basic farm equipment and operation preferred
Knowledge of the local geography/roads/farms and ability to develop trust with management that moderate to heavy traffic can be negotiated effectively.
Ability to assist in equipment rebuilds
Ability to calibrate a variety of application equipment
Ability to maintain maintenance records for equipment
Ability to set up and calibrate injection equipment is a plus
Basic knowledge in the areas of mechanical, electrical welding and metal fabrication are a plus
Requirements
Pesticide Applicator License.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with endorsement to drive a ten wheeler and trailer with air brakes on the highway; generally referred to as a Class A;
HazMat Endorsement
Tanker Endorsement
Must be able to lift 50lbs
Ag-Industry Hours - Must be willing to work overtime and weekends to meet seasonal demands.
Combination of education, training and/or experience will be considered for this position.
Job Requisition ID: 16852
Travel Required: None
Location(s): SGS Retail - East Grand Forks
Country: United States
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Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.
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