Premier Cooperative is seeking a Custom Applicator / Driver to join our Agronomy team in Lancaster. This role is responsible for custom application of crop inputs and delivery of agronomy products, while maintaining a strong focus on safety, accuracy, and customer service.
This position plays a key role in supporting growers throughout the season with application services, product delivery, and field support.
Key Responsibilities
Custom Application
- Apply crop protection products and plant nutrients safely and accurately
- Operate sprayers, spreaders, and application equipment
- Mix, load, and handle products following all regulatory and company guidelines
- Complete required application records and documentation daily
- Ensure timely application aligned with agronomic recommendations
Driving & Delivery
- Deliver seed, fertilizer, and crop protection products to customers
- Operate and maintain CDL-required vehicles in a safe and compliant manner
- Complete delivery paperwork and communicate with the team on logistics
- Follow all DOT regulations and company safety policies
Agronomy & Field Support
- Assist with field scouting, soil sampling, and agronomic observations
- Communicate field conditions (weeds, insects, crop conditions) to agronomists
- Support blending, loading, and plant operations during peak seasons
Equipment & Facility Maintenance
- Perform routine maintenance and inspections on application and trucking equipment
- Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas and facilities
- Assist with inventory handling and product receiving
Customer Service & Team Support
- Provide positive, professional interaction with customers
- Respond to customer needs and support the agronomy team
- Assist other departments or locations as needed during peak seasons
- Be available for extended hours, including weekends, during spring and fall seasons
Qualifications
- Valid CDL (Class A preferred) or ability to obtain
- Commercial Applicator License or ability to obtain
- Strong attention to safety, detail, and accuracy
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Mechanical aptitude is a plus
Physical & Work Environment
- Ability to lift 50–60 lbs repeatedly
- Work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Exposure to dust, chemicals, and agricultural environments
- Ability to work long hours during peak seasons
Why Join Premier Cooperative?
- Local routes and strong team environment
- Hands-on work supporting agriculture and local producers
- Opportunity to grow into advanced agronomy or operations roles
- Competitive wages and benefits
Skills Required
- Valid CDL or ability to obtain
- Class A CDL
- Commercial Applicator License or ability to obtain
- Strong attention to safety, detail, and accuracy
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Mechanical aptitude
- Ability to lift 50-60 lbs repeatedly
- Willingness to work extended hours and weekends during spring and fall
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and with agricultural chemicals
What We Do
Premier Cooperative is an agriculture and consumer supply business dedicated to providing its members and owners with the products and services they desire. Recognized as the oldest consumer and supply cooperative in the United States, it provides specialized services in agronomy, energy, and feed. Based in Wisconsin, the cooperative maintains offices across 19 communities to support its diverse membership and the local agricultural economy.
