Crop Protection Specialist

This position is responsible for the application of crop nutrients and crop protection products, as well as the maintenance of custom application vehicles and equipment.
 

• Use math skills to calculate chemical mixes per blend sheet specifications and ensure proper calibration of fertilizer and spraying equipment.
• Operate, service, and maintain all types of custom application equipment.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with customers, employees, supervisors, and suppliers.
• Assist with daily operations at locations, which may include receiving, loading, and delivering products along with treating seed.

• High school diploma or general education degree. Post-secondary schooling is desirable. Experience may be substituted for education.
• Possess or have the ability to obtain a Class A CDL with Hazmat & Tanker Endorsement.
• Ability to lift 60 lbs, handle exposure to weather conditions, and work extended seasonal hours.
• Possess or have the ability to obtain Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification.
• Previous experience operating and servicing farm machinery.
• Farming background or experience with the application of crop protection products preferred.

• Farming background
• Application Experience
• Chemical application education preferred

• $45,000 - $75,000 + Benefits

• Milford Center, OH

Please email your resume to matt@methodsearch.com or visit methodsearch.com for more information.
 

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Method Search Consultants is a recruiting firm based in West Des Moines, IA with a nationwide reach.  We are focused on finding top talent and providing them with opportunities that fit their skill set, background, and career goals.  We believe in the companies we do business with and our goal is to increase their bottom line by providing the candidates that aren’t actively looking but are confidentially open to great opportunities.

This doesn’t just happen overnight, there is a Method to what we do. By following the time-tested process and searching for what our candidates and companies are looking for we feel that our candidates will have the opportunity to make a positive career change and our companies will have top talent available to hire.