What are the responsibilities and job description for the Application/Service Technician position at Agri-Stor Management?
We are seeking an Application/Service Technician for custom applications to crops in storage (potatoes and onions). This full-time position. Pay is negotiable depending on experience with productive bonus incentives upon completion of a 90-day probationary period. This position will cross-over between our custom application department and service department. This position will generally be 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. During our busy Harvest Season, overtime will be required based on customer's needs and weekend and evening work can be expected. Overtime pay is calculated at regular hourly rate, times 1.5, for any hours worked over 40 per week.
If you like working independently yet appreciate the security and support of a multi-million-dollar family organization, you'll love working here. We are offering competitive pay depending on your level of experience.
As a member of our skilled team, you will be responsible for:
- Setting up application machines, maintaining chemical levels, and monitoring equipment during applications.
- Cleaning work area of storage facility upon application completion.
- Climbing ladders to remove fan screens, etc. and other physical activity for job preparation.
- Climbing on top of potato / onion piles to acquire information such as temperature readings, as well as place flags.
- Working outside and in the cellar's, within the Weather conditions.
- Assisting other custom applicators with their duties.
- Delivering and picking up chemical from multiple customer locations.
- Assisting the Service Department with installs and service calls.
- Assisting the Service Department with Storage Pre-Season and startups.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is teachable and willing to follow directions
- Is reliable and dependable
- Is able to work independently within a team environment
- Is detail-oriented
- Is able to complete daily work logs/paperwork
- Is able to keep a clean and orderly work space and vehicle
- Is professional and courteous to others
- Has a basic knowledge of electricity
- Is mechanically inclined and experienced with basic power tools
- Enjoys working with their hands
- Can work in various weather conditions
- Enjoys working in a different location everyday
Our insurance company requires drug testing and background checking. You will need to have a valid driver's license and a good driving record. The job requires lifting 50 pounds on a regular basis, and overtime hours and weekends are required as we respond to the busy harvest season.
If you possess a teachable attitude and are a self-starter who can work independently within a team environment, we want to hear from you! We want motivated team members who can give a long-term commitment to contribute their skills to our excellent growth rate. In addition to competitive pay, our Company offers great benefits including insurances, paid time off, and a retirement program with the company matching up to 3% of your annual compensation.
