Agricultural Crop Applicator
Company: Agfinity
Location: Mead
Posted on: January 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Agfinity is the largest
agricultural Cooperative in Colorado based in the heart of the
Front Range. As a cooperative we are distinguished from our
competitors by our excellence in customer service and our people,
which we consider our greatest asset. Every dollar that is spent
with the Cooperative doesn’t just go towards a product, it goes
back to the community where you live and comes back to you as
patronage and equity. Every day our approach is to serve others and
find a world of solutions beneficial to our members, customers and
our company. We invite you to learn more about Agfinity, our
products, services and the cooperative difference. Position
Summary: Mixes and applies wet and /or dry fertilizers, pesticides,
herbicides, fungicides or insecticides via sprays, dusts, vapors,
soil incorporation or chemical application on farm fields and
crops. Maintains equipment and facilities, trains less experienced
applicators, takes inventory of product and occasionally sell
agronomy products. Essential Functions: Application of wet, dry and
vapor agronomy products to soil and vegetation. Engages and runs
application machinery. Covers areas to specified fields, applying
knowledge of weather conditions, amount needed and obstructions.
Adjust hoses, nozzles, and tubes to account for terrain,
distribution pattern, type of material applied and velocities.
Mixes chemical and fertilizers according to formulas. Estimates
quantities and time needed to complete each field or assignment.
Determines whether the work complies with laws, regulations, and
standards Sets up machinery to direct application over designated
areas. Cleans and services machinery to ensure operating
efficiency. Inspects machine daily. Reports all machinery
malfunctions and ensure that repairs are completed. Makes minor
repairs and adjustments in the field. Assists in keeping all
equipment and facilities in good order. During the off season,
assist the mechanic with major repairs, paint equipment and
facilities, and perform other maintenance duties as directed.
Assist in the movement and accounting of inventory. Other Duties:
Maintain logs of driving time, areas and product applied and any
other data required by management. Submit records for billing on a
timely basis. Communicate with customers regarding the application
process and materials used. Answer questions or direct the customer
to the appropriate person. Education: High School Diploma or
equivalent is required. State Individual Commercial Pesticide
Applicator License required. Certified Pesticide Operator’s license
as a minimum Qualified Supervisor’s License preferred or ability to
obtain within 12 months Experience: Minimum 1-2 years’ experience
with application equipment CDL Class A with Hazmat, tanker,
doubles/triples endorsements Knowledge/Skills/Reasoning Ability:
Knowledge of farming practices. Working knowledge of application
equipment. Ability to builds customer relationships by listening to
the needs of customers, understanding their point of view, and
communicating deliverables. Ability to organize work and plan a
path to the desired outcome and efficiently allocates time to
complete work. Ability to take pride and ownership in the
maintenance of equipment and facilities. Ability to gather and
analyze information, consider the consequences, and arrives at a
timely decision that meets organizational goals. Ability to
recognize a problem or potential problem. Physical Demands: Must be
physically fit. Must be able to climb, sit for long periods, bend
and twist, push and pull, reach and grasp, and strong vision. Must
be able to work long hours during planting and harvesting seasons.
Working Conditions: Work outdoors in all weather conditions. Work
with hazardous materials under strict safety guidelines Work on
rough terrain Agfinity has a competitive benefits package including
Health, Dental, Vision, Pension Retirement Plan, 401(k) Match Plan,
Paid Time Off, Clothing Allowance and Life and Disability coverage
for those who may qualify. Agfinity is looking for values of
honesty, integrity, lifelong learning, and working hard and working
smart, and being kind and courteous. If you are committed to these
values send us your resume now and become part of The Cooperative
Difference! We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values
and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce.
It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote
persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion,
sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual
orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and
inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.
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