About the role
At Frontier Cooperative, we believe agriculture is more than a business, it's a way of life. As an agricultural leader serving Nebraska's farming communities, we provide a comprehensive range of grain, agronomy, feed, and energy products and services. But what sets us apart is how we do it: with integrity, with quality, and with a deep commitment to the communities we're proud to call home. We're looking for people who share those values and want to grow with us.
What you'll do:
Field application
* Operate constant flow sprayers, variable rate applicators, and dry spreaders safely and efficiently * Apply pre- and post-emergent chemicals, insecticides, lime, and dry and liquid fertilizers to producer fields * Evaluate product labels to ensure proper application rates and usage * Maneuver sprayer into proper position on producer's land while avoiding damage to property * Prevent chemical spills; clean up any spillage immediately and report issues to supervisor
Product loading & coordination
* Prepare sprayer for loading and verify product arrives in good condition * Collaborate with commercial truck drivers operating tender trucks to receive chemicals or fertilizers in the field * Activate auto shutoffs, assist connecting transfer hoses, and operate transfer systems to fill sprayer tanks * Disconnect and secure hoses and tanks upon completion of transfer
Equipment maintenance
* Perform routine maintenance and repairs on sprayers and dry spreaders * Change oil and filters; replace lights, belts, wiper blades, and grease fittings * Clean chemical tanks with appropriate cleaning agents after each use * Keep sprayers clean inside and out to ensure proper mechanical operation and a positive company image
Safety & compliance
* Follow all company safety standards and comply with OSHA, state, and federal regulations * Maintain CDL license and endorsements and commercial chemical applicator's license * Attend educational workshops and review technical publications to stay current in the field
What we are looking for:
* Valid operator's license and Commercial Chemical Applicator's license required * CDL Class A or B with HazMat and Tanker endorsements required (or obtainable within 90 days) * Ability to operate constant and variable rate sprayers, dry spreaders, anhydrous stations, and nurse tanks * Strong math skills including proportions, percentages, and volume calculations * Effective communicator with customers and coworkers
Why join us? Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, finances, and future.
* Paycheck for life: Cooperative pension plan, plus 401(k) with traditional and Roth options * Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, supplemental plans, and FSA/HSA spending accounts * Paid time off: Vacation and sick leave to rest and recharge * Uniform & boot allowances: Annual allowances so you're always equipped and ready * 360 Wellness Program: Whole-person wellness with real incentives * Sign-on & referral bonuses: Get rewarded for joining and for bringing great people with you
Additional benefits available — ask us for details.