Agronomy Location Assistant To effectively and efficiently assist in the daily operations at the agronomy location. Assist with duties involving bulk plant and warehouse operations. Other duties primarily associated with warehousing, equipment maintenance, hauling grain, tending application equipment, general farm work, custom application, soil sampling, etc. Will also be expected to complete all other duties as assigned by the supervisor while displaying Norder Supply's core values and to fulfill our purpose of assisting our customers in achieving maximum net return per acre.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on all equipment as directed by supervisor.
Operate all equipment safely and appropriately.
Follow company policies and procedures.
Learn how to read pesticide labels and use appropriate personal protective equipment.
Effectively complete all other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Deliver products to and from other locations and customers.
Meet DOT requirements, properly fill out time sheets and log books.
Notify the supervisor of any repairs needed to the delivery equipment.
Operate forklifts, scales, pumps, and all other equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
Load/unload deliveries and help organize loads and inventories.
Fill bulk containers and package chemicals also handle NH3, dry, and liquid fertilizer.
Operate bulk seed treatment equipment.
Maintain all aspects of equipment and facilities so that they are in excellent working condition for their respective seasons. Such equipment may include but is not limited to nurse trailers, anhydrous trailers, dry fertilizer equipment, bulk chemical and fertilizer facilities, tending and application equipment, warehouse, office, ground, vehicles, and all other equipment.
Critical Knowledge
Knowledge of equipment and tractor-trailer operations
Knowledge of chemical handling and loadingKnowledge of fuel handling and loadingKnowledge of Worker Protection Standards
General maintenance knowledge
Critical Skills
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid class A CDL with tanker and hazmat endorsements
Ability to adapt to different work environments
Ability to demonstrate a team player attitude
Ability to work long hours during peak periods
Demonstrate basic math skills
Ability to lift 75 pounds
Critical Experience
High school diploma
Experience in equipment operation
Basic knowledge of operations involved in production agriculture
