Equipment Operator

The Equipment Operator ensures the safe, precise, and effective application of crop-enhancing products, supporting farmers in achieving healthy yields and sustainable practices. This role is vital to strengthening food security, protecting natural resources, and fostering community prosperity through responsible agronomy solutions.

Reporting Relationship

This position will report to the Agronomy Location Manager.

Qualifications

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

% of Time

Essential Duties

50%

Custom application: Using specialized equipment to apply agricultural chemicals and fertilizers based on recommendations and label directions.

10%

Member Relations: Building relationships with farmers and providing tailored solutions to meet their agronomic needs.

5%

Safety and compliance: Adhering to environmental regulations and safety standards during product application.

10%

Equipment maintenance: Keeping application equipment in good working order to ensure efficiency and reliability.

5%

Inventory management: Monitoring product levels and coordinating with the agronomy team to maintain supply.

20%

As a member of the Legacy team, team members will be asked to work with others in areas outside of their department and assist when needed.

Team Member Expectations

• Safety is paramount in everything we do.
• Consistently demonstrate trust, integrity, and respect in all dealings
• Act as a Legacy Brand Ambassador in every interaction with our members and the communities we serve.
• Communicate with others to ensure everyone is working together to best serve our membership
• Demonstrate adaptability to change and navigate uncertainty.
• Collaborate with others to elevate results.
• Show appreciation for your team members and members.
• Speak up – share your ideas, if you see an issue, say something, if you catch people doing the right thing, speak up, if you see someone acting in a way that isn’t aligned with the Legacy “way” – speak up.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Commercial driver’s license (Class A) or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• HAZMAT, Tanker and Air Brake endorsements or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Custom applicator’s license.
• Working knowledge of MSDS labeling.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience as an Equipment Operator.
• Agricultural cooperative or agriculture related experience.

Position Requirements

Environmental Conditions

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequent

Low temperatures.

X

High temperatures.

X

Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

X

Hazardous conditions.

X

Poor ventilation.

X

Small and/or enclosed spaces

X

Physical Demands

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequent

Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

X

Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.

X

Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds.

X

Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.

X

Mental Demand

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequent

Communication skills

X

Memory and recall

X

Adaptability

X

Attention to detail

X

Problem-solving and critical thinking

X

Time management

X