Valley Wide Cooperative/Valley Agronomics is a company motivated by service. We have been helping farmers and ranchers build their homes and businesses since 1920. Our mission is "To provide quality products and services at a value both the company and customer enjoy. We do this with respect to the communities we do business in and the environments that we impact."  The company is seeking candidates for an Ag Pesticide Applicator.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
The Agronomy Driver is responsible Drivers deliver product to area customers in a safe and timely manner.  A person in this position is accountable for keeping a complete and systematic set of records of all financial transactions carried by the cooperative on a daily basis.  Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
 

  • Record daily tickets on manifest summary report.
  • Maintain purchase order records.
  • Establish and maintain efficient route book.
  • Maintain good communication with stores and other personal via phone and radio messaging.
  • Adhere strictly to the delivery price sheet provided by management.
  • Acknowledge any discounts given and obtain management approval for any and all volume discounts.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Fertilizer Truck Driver
    • Deliver products sold by company to the customer location.
    • Pick up empty pallets at customer location.
    • Clean up associated garbage at customer location.
    • Transfer product from store to store.
  • Responsible for proper care and maintenance of the delivery truck.
  • Responsible for completing driver’s daily inspection reports.
  • Responsible for purchase orders needed for all repair work.
  • Adhere to all commercial motor vehicle rules and regulations.
  • Respect customer property at all times.
 
JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Class A CDL required, Tanker endorsement preferred.
  • Clean driving record with all applicable endorsements required, experience with fast-paced delivery experience preferred.
  • Must have strong communication skills; ability to communicate in appropriate, professional manner with managers, supervisors, employees, customers, vendors and general public.
  • Must have ability to determine order of need and task priority based on level of importance.
  • Must exhibit a professional and positive image.
 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • High School diploma or GED preferred.
 
HOURS / DAYS / SCHEDULE
This is a full time, 40+ hours per week position, typically Monday - Friday. Qualified applicants must be available to work evenings and/or weekends as needed, especially during times of high seasonal demand.
 
SALARY / WAGE / BENEFITS
A wage will be discussed during the interview process. In addition to generous employee discounts, the company offers medical, dental and life & long-term disability benefits to full time employees. Employees may also participate in the company’s 401(k) plan after meeting eligibility requirements.
 
TO APPLY
Submit formal resume with valid email address and phone number to one of the following:
 
Email: careers@valleywidecoop.com (reference “Agronomy Driver” in subject field)
 
Website: Apply directly on our website at https://www.valleyag.com/Careers/Employment-Application
 
All applicants are subject to pre-employment drug testing and may be subject to pre-employment background checks.  Candidates must be eligible to work in the US as well as meet the qualifications listed above in order to be considered for the position. Submit your applications today!