Custom Applicator

CHS Inc.

Custom Applicator applying fertilizer and crop protection products for CHS, a farmer-owned agribusiness cooperative. Operating agricultural equipment, serving local farmers, and supporting warehouse operations.

Posted 8/11/2026full-timeEthan • South Dakota • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $19 - $31 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in agricultural production and operations, with a strong focus on equipment operation, customer education, and compliance with safety regulations. Proficient in performing general labor tasks and maintaining accurate records while ensuring customer satisfaction.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Agriculture Production ExperienceLoader OperationForklift CertificationCDL License with Hazmat EndorsementChemical Application Education

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Hard Skills

Crop Protection ApplicationFertilizer ApplicationEquipment Inspection and MaintenanceGeneral LaborRecord Keeping

Soft Skills

Customer ServiceCommunication

Tools & Technologies

High-Clearance SprayersFloatersLoadersConveyorsTractors

Certifications & Qualifications

Applicator's LicenseForklift CertificationCDL License

Industry Keywords

AgricultureOperationsDOT RequirementsFMCSA ClearinghouseHazmat Endorsement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Apply fertilizer and crop protection products under general supervision
Operate high-clearance sprayers or floaters
Work with customers courteously and professionally
Educate customers on products, application techniques, and supporting products and services
Assist sales staff with order accuracy and meeting patron needs
Perform warehouse work, including operating loaders and forklifts, mechanics, and maintenance
Load and unload agricultural inputs from railcars and trucks using heavy or light-duty machinery
Pick up and deliver products to customers as needed
Perform general labor, grounds maintenance, equipment inspection and maintenance, and record keeping
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

1+ years of experience in Agriculture Production, Operations, and/or Agriculture Application
Must meet minimum age requirement
Must meet DOT and Company requirements
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
Ability to operate loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobile
Ability to work additional hours to meet business demand
High School diploma or GED preferred
CDL license with Hazmat endorsement or ability to attain one preferred
Applicator's license, chemical application education and experience, forklift certification, and farming/agriculture background preferred
Ability to lift and load up to 75 lbs
Must pass applicable pre-employment screenings if required, including drug, criminal, motor vehicle, physical requirements, and FMCSA Clearinghouse checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Acre bonus incentive
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Wellness programs
Life insurance
Health and dependent care spending accounts
Paid time off
401(k)
Pension
Profit sharing
Short- and long-term disability
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Competitive total rewards package