Applicator - Agriculture (Class A CDL Required)

Helena Agri-Enterprises
Salinas, CA
Job Description
Role Overview

Our Applicators are responsible for applying herbicides and pesticides to labeled crops as directed by their leader. This position also operates and performs maintenance to all applicator equipment.

What You Will Do

Correctly mixes pesticides, fertilizers and chemicals for application. Maintains accurate logs and reports on applicated acres. Performs maintenance and calibration on application equipment.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Mechanically inclined. Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) is preferred. Agricultural background. Basic knowledge of ag pesticides.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Class A CDL
  • Experience in operating large equipment
  • Mechanically inclined
  • Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) is preferred
  • Agricultural background
  • Basic knowledge of ag pesticides
  • Ability to read field maps and use tractor-mounted field computers
  • Professional competence to safety
  • Ability to pass a CDL physical examination
  • Ability to work without direct supervision
  • Ability to work nights, overtime and some weekend hours during busy season
  • Ability to read, write and speak in English
  • Valid U.S. driver's license

Benefits

  • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Earn up to $3,000 in Reward Dollars from Helena for your Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Access your earned pay between paydays through Earned Wage Access (EWA) with DailyPay
  • Helena's robust 401(k) Savings Plan offers you a 100% company-match up to 5% starting on your first day
  • Three-year vesting on company-match with 1,000 hours of service
  • Up to 15 days paid time-off plus 9 paid holidays
  • Free Term Life Insurance at 1x your annual base pay
  • Free Short & Long-Term Disability
  • Up to four weeks of paid Parental Leave
  • Education Assistance
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