Professional Applicator (Agriculture)

  • Elmvale
  • Fs Partners, A Division Of Growmark, Inc.

Job description

FS PARTNERS is a retail division of GROWMARK, Inc. serving local producers from 16 branch locations across central and southern Ontario. We provide leading-edge agronomy, energy and grain products & services delivered by a skilled team of professionals.

FS PARTNERS is currently recruiting a full-time, permanent Professional Applicator in Elmvale, Ontario.

Key Job Functions :

  • Operates heavy equipment (ie. spray applicator), plant equipment, and machinery (ie. bobcat, forklift) in a safe and effective manner.
  • Performs and records daily safety checks of assigned vehicle(s) and associated equipment by conducting pre-trip inspections.
  • Completes necessary paperwork; logbook, a record of cargo, and other assigned record-keeping duties.
  • Ensures deliveries and pickups are made in a timely manner that promotes superior customer service and professionalism.

Key Qualifications :

  • Must possess a valid G driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract; experience is not a requirement.
  • Must either possess a Pesticide License or be able to obtain it.
  • Demonstrate basic computer and math skills.
  • Demonstrate ability to read maps, and work orders, and follow specific delivery directions and instructions.
  • May be required to work extended hours.
  • Indoor/Outdoor working conditions with some lifting and climbing requirements.
  • Farm or agricultural background is an asset but not a requirement.

Benefits :

  • Competitive wages, overtime
  • Benefits package for full-time permanent employees
  • Gain valuable work experience
  • Internal and external job training is provided

Qualified applicants are encouraged to contact Dennis Smith, Branch Manager with a resume via Indeed or in person at FS PARTNERS, a division of GROWMARK Inc., 1091 Flos Rd 8 W, Elmvale, ON.

Job Types : Full-time, Permanent

Benefits :

  • Company pension
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • RRSP match
  • Store discount
  • Vision care
  • Wellness program

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

  • Overtime pay

Application question(s):

  • Please be aware that due to the variability of the growing season, the days can be long. You will be working outside in all types of weather.

Experience :

  • agricultural: 1 year (preferred)
  • professional applicator: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • G driver's license (preferred)

Work Location: One location