Chemical Equipment Operator
Employer
11910 Hwy 222 East
Knox City, TX 79529
United States
Job description
PILOT CREW APPLICATION
Perform duties on a farm for a farm like: Pilot will fly Airtractor 802, Airtractor 402, and
Robinson R-44 Helicopters for Cedar Ridge Aviation, LLC. by applying chemical and fertilizer
to crops. Mix specified materials or chemicals, and dump solutions, powders, or seeds into planter or sprayer machinery. Spray fertilizer or pesticide solutions to control insects,
fungus and weed growth, and diseases, using hand sprayers. Control or operate equipment in which chemical changes or reactions take place during the processing of industrial
or consumer products. Adjust controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed, or flow of liquids or gases and times of prescribed reactions, according to knowledge of equipment
and processes. Measure, weigh, and mix chemical ingredients, according to specifications. Add treating or neutralizing agents to products, and pump products through filters or
centrifuges to remove impurities or to precipitate products. Drain equipment, and pump water or other solutions through to flush and clean tanks or equipment. Make minor
repairs, lubricate, and maintain equipment, using hand tools. Record information about crops, such as pesticide use, yields, or costs. Direct and monitor the work of casual and
seasonal help during planting and harvesting. Load or unload trucks or help others with loading or unloading, using special loading-related equipment or other equipment as
necessary. Drive trucks with capacities greater than 3 tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products, livestock, or other materials. Secure cargo for
transport, using ropes, blocks, chain, binders, or covers. Report any mechanical problems encountered with vehicles. Inspect and maintain vehicle supplies and equipment, such
as gas, oil, water, tires, lights, or brakes, to ensure that vehicles are in proper working condition. Load and unload trucks, vans, or automobiles. Maintain records, such as vehicle
logs, records of cargo, or billing statements, in accordance with regulations. Drive vehicles with capacities under three tons to transport materials to and from specified
destinations, such as railroad stations, plants, residences, offices, or within industrial yards. Use and maintain the tools or equipment found on commercial vehicles, such as
weighing or measuring devices. Drive trucks equipped with public address systems through city streets to broadcast announcements for advertising or publicity purposes. Perform
emergency repairs, such as changing tires or installing light bulbs, fuses, tire chains, or spark plugs.
Related occupations. Mix pesticides, herbicides, or fungicides for application to trees, shrubs, lawns, or botanical crops. Fill sprayer tanks with water and chemicals, according to
formulas. Lift, push, and swing nozzles, hoses, and tubes to direct spray over designated areas. Identify lawn or plant diseases to determine the appropriate course of treatment.
Special Requirements
Minimum of 3 months of experience is required. Certified license is required. Must be able to obtain a CDL within 30
days of hire. Lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. Wage rate may increase with verifiable experience.
Employer may reward exceptional work with monetary or other benefits in addition to those listed here in his sole
discretion. Employer requires drug screen post hire at employers expense due to the liability of operating equipment.
Failure to pass drug screen and/or criminal background check will result in termination of employment.