Are you ready to dive into the world of agriculture and make a real impact? As a full-time Farming Custom Applicator with Gold-Eagle Cooperative in Titonka, IA, you'll enjoy a competitive wage of $19 - $25/hour based on your experience and certifications. You will be given great benefits after a 30-day probation period, such as:

• A $1,500 sign-on bonus!
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• $500 clothing allowance
• Medical/child care flexible spending
• 401(k) with company match
• Pension plan strictly funded by employer
• Paid time off (available after 30 days)
• Paid holidays
• CDL-paid courses and training for non-driving positions

Join us in providing top-notch farming services and become a crucial part of our mission to support farmers in the Clarion, IA area!

THE GROWTH YOU HELP PROVIDE AS A FARMING CUSTOM APPLICATOR

The typical schedule is Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm with extended hours including weekends during peak season.

As a Farming Custom Applicator, you're the driving force behind safe and precise operations of application equipment, ensuring every task is completed accurately and efficiently. Beyond operating machinery, you also maintain all agronomy equipment, ensuring it remains in top-notch condition. When you're not behind the wheel, you're ready to pitch in with general labor tasks, keeping things running smoothly on the farm.

Each season, you meticulously calibrate machines to field-ready status, guaranteeing optimal performance. You're dedicated to professional-quality work and it shows on and off the field!

QUALIFICATIONS

The knowledge and skills our Farming Custom Applicator needs are:

• Ability to operate and maintain equipment safely
• Ability to blend fertilizer and follow labels when blending crop protection products
• Ability to read maps, follow directions, and operate equipment with computer-assisted operations
• A desire to learn the trade
• Excellent hand-eye coordination
• Ability to work well with others and take instructions from agronomy managers
• Ability to perform laborious tasks repeatedly
• Ability to lift heavy objects, including tools and crops
• Ability to operate complex farm machinery and do routine maintenance on the machinery
• A valid driver's license and a good driving record
• Custom applicator's license/CDL (recommended but not required; we will train)

ABOUT US

Gold-Eagle Cooperative is a tight-knit organization rooted in the vibrant agriculture community of north-central Iowa. For over a century, we've grown alongside our members, embracing change while staying true to our cooperative values. Our facilities are hubs of innovation, equipped with cutting-edge technology to support farmers every step of the way.

From the fields to the office, we celebrate collaboration, flexibility, and a strong sense of belonging. Just ask our employees-they'll tell you about our recent survey, where we scored an impressive 85% in satisfaction and a whopping 95% in culture and benefits. Join our supportive community where your work makes a real difference.

HOW TO JOIN US

If you think this role will suit your needs, great! Applying is a piece of cake. You can finish the initial application in three minutes. Good luck - we're excited to meet you!