Custom Applicator Trainee
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LocationHettinger, ND, US
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 12, 2026 · 3w ago
Verified live2d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Knowledge of Agriculture Production, Operations, and/or Agriculture Application
Maintain or be able to obtain a CDL and DOT medical card
Ability to work additional hours and occasional weekends to meet business demands
Agriculture background and customer experience preferred
Must meet minimum age requirement
Ability to read, write and communicate in English and understand highway traffic signs and signal
Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings which may include a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMCSA Clearinghouse.
Ability to lift 75 lbs
Ability to climb rail cars, ladders, stairs and bins, and into back of trailer
Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Wellness programs
Life insurance
Health care spending account
Dependent care spending account
Paid time off
401(k)
Pension
Profit sharing
Short term disability
Long term disability
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
About the company
CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.
Summary
Ready to grow your career with clear advancement opportunities? Join CHS as a Custom Applicator Trainee in Hettinger, ND and take the first step toward becoming a Custom Applicator. Within six months, you will obtain your CDL and pesticide applicator license—setting you up for immediate career progression in a vital agricultural role. While working toward these certifications, you’ll gain hands-on experience through general labor responsibilities and learn the full scope of operations across grain, agronomy, and feed to build a strong foundation for your future role.
Responsibilities
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As directed, apply fertilizer and crop protection products. May require use of a high clearance sprayer or floater.
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Pick up and deliver product to customers as needed.
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Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
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Educate customers on products being applied to fields, techniques utilized, and how you can continue to support them with products and services.
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Assist the sales staff in ensuring orders are correct and patron needs are met.
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Perform warehouse work including driving loader, forklift, mechanics, and maintenance.
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Lift and load products, 1–2 hours per day.
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Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations including pre-trip and post-trip reporting, proper load securement, and hours of service.
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Maintain cleanliness of vehicle(s) inside and out, and work environment.
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Complete and document daily maintenance inspections. Ensure proper equipment maintenance is completed including repairs and preventive maintenance.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
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Training Provided:
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Crop protection product mixing
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Operation of application equipment
Minimum Qualifications (required)
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Knowledge of Agriculture Production, Operations, and/or Agriculture Application
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Must meet minimum age requirement
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Ability to read, write and communicate in English and understand highway traffic signs and signal
Additional Qualifications
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Ability to work additional hours and occasional weekends to meet business demands
•
Agriculture background and customer experience preferred
•
Maintain or be able to obtain a CDL and DOT medical card
•
Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings which may include a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMCSA Clearinghouse.
Physical Requirements
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Ability to lift 75 lbs
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Ability to climb rail cars, ladders, stairs and bins, and into back of trailer
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Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures
Benefits
CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
Legal
CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.
Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to [email protected]; to verify that the communication is from CHS.