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Apprentice Applicator

Kempton, IN · On-site

Obtains/maintains state commercial applicator certification and stays current with requirements. * Performs daily inspection of equipment prior to field applications and post application inspections.

Keystone

Custom Applicator

Frankfort, IN · On-site

Obtains/maintains state commercial applicator certification and stays current with requirements. * Performs daily inspection of equipment prior to field applications and post application inspections.

Keystone

Custom Applicator

New Holland, OH

Obtains/maintains state commercial applicator certification and stays current with requirements. * Performs daily inspection of equipment prior to field applications and post application inspections.

Keystone Cooperative

Apprentice Applicator

Lapel, IN · On-site

Obtains/maintains state commercial applicator certification and stays current with requirements. * Performs daily inspection of equipment prior to field applications and post application inspections.

Keystone

Apprentice Applicator

Rensselaer, IN

Obtains/maintains state commercial applicator certification and stays current with requirements. * Performs daily inspection of equipment prior to field applications and post application inspections.

Keystone Cooperative

Custom Applicator

Danville, IN · On-site

Obtains/maintains state commercial applicator certification and stays current with requirements. * Performs daily inspection of equipment prior to field applications and post application inspections.

Keystone

Custom Applicator

Lebanon, IN · On-site

Obtains/maintains state commercial applicator certification and stays current with requirements. * Performs daily inspection of equipment prior to field applications and post application inspections.

Southern States Cooperative.

Applicator

Goochland, VA · On-site

Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) In addition to above listed essential job functions ... Commercial Applicator's License The essential functions below are required for all grades and ...

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How much do commercial applicator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for commercial applicator in the United States is $20.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $23.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a commercial applicator?

A Commercial Applicator is a professional who is licensed to apply pesticides or chemicals for commercial purposes, such as in agriculture, landscaping, or pest control. They are responsible for safely handling, mixing, and applying these substances according to state and federal regulations. Commercial Applicators must understand how to use equipment properly, follow safety protocols, and ensure applications are effective and environmentally responsible. They often require specialized training and certification to operate in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a commercial applicator?

To thrive as a Commercial Applicator, you need knowledge of chemical application techniques, equipment operation, and relevant safety regulations, often supported by a high school diploma and state certification or licensure. Familiarity with equipment such as sprayers, GPS guidance systems, and recordkeeping software is typically required. Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team are important soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications ensure safe, effective application of chemicals, compliance with regulations, and high-quality service for clients.

What are some common challenges faced by commercial applicators, and how can they be managed effectively?

Commercial Applicators often encounter challenges such as working with changing weather conditions, adhering to strict safety and environmental regulations, and managing large areas efficiently. Effective time management, ongoing training, and thorough equipment maintenance are key to overcoming these obstacles. Collaborating closely with supervisors and agronomists also helps ensure correct application rates and compliance with all relevant laws, making the role both rewarding and critical to agricultural success.

What is the difference between Commercial Applicator vs Pest Control Technician?

AspectCommercial ApplicatorPest Control Technician
CertificationsRequires state-specific licenses, often including exams and ongoing trainingTypically requires state certification, often less extensive
Work EnvironmentCommercial sites, industrial facilities, large-scale pest managementResidential, commercial, and small-scale pest control
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by pest control companies, agricultural businesses, and government agenciesPrimarily employed by pest control companies serving residential and commercial clients

The main difference is that Commercial Applicators hold specialized licenses for large-scale or commercial pest management, often working on industrial or agricultural sites, while Pest Control Technicians typically handle residential and small commercial pest control with less extensive certification requirements.

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Infographic showing various Commercial Applicator job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 91% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,774 per year, or $20.6 per hour.

Apprentice Applicator

Roselawn, IN • On-site

Keystone Cooperative
Crop Farming • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Apply crop protection, fertilizer products, and lime to labeled crops and sites following recommendations and safety protocols.

  • Operate, inspect, and maintain application equipment, including calibration, cleaning, and safety checks.

  • Assist with loading, unloading, transporting products, and perform physical duties necessary for agricultural operations.

Keystone Cooperative rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Description
Overview of Position: The purpose of the position is to apply products safely and accurately to a wide range of labeled crops and sites from recommendations made by the Manager/Salesperson. This position also operates and maintains Company equipment involved in these applications. This includes building and maintaining customer relations through quality application of fertilizer products and providing feedback to customers and location manager of field conditions that they note during application. Upon annual performance evaluations, this position could lead to a Professional Custom Applicator.
Check out the below one-minute video on the day in the life of our applicators:
https://youtu.be/DaiIWBLvQz8
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Provides quality application of crop protection, fertilizer products and lime to customers in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Utilize the information supplied and the technology in the application equipment to ensure that the right products at the right rates are applied and billed to the right fields and customers.
  • Assist in the mixing, loading, unloading, and transporting of crop protection and fertilizer products.
  • Consistently follows all laws, regulations, and safety rules (including PPE) in handling and applying products and storing chemicals.
  • Obtains/maintains state commercial applicator certification and stays current with requirements.
  • Performs daily inspection of equipment prior to field applications and post application inspections.
  • Maintains safety equipment in optimum condition in the applicator equipment and immediate work area; follows all safety regulations and guidelines.
  • Maintains the appropriate applicator and equipment logs and ensures they are kept up to date.
  • Performs the required calibration and preventive maintenance program recommended for the equipment.
  • Comply with regulatory guidelines in tank mixing, rinsing, and washing down both in the field and at the location.
  • Assist other team members in various physical duties necessary in running an agricultural location.
  • Assist with operational scouting, product transportation and various services for customers.

  • Follow Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA, and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.
  • Applies the correct labeling, decals and DOT numbers to equipment and tanks.
  • May serve as the location Safety Coordinator and adheres to the company's environmental health and safety policies and training.

Required Qualifications
  • High School graduate or GED; may be offset by experience.
  • Minimum of 1 year of application experience
  • Valid driver's license; must be able to meet a Motor Vehicle Review in accordance with Company policy.
  • Must obtain and maintain required state commercial applicator certification as required by state.
  • Minimum of an Ag CDL.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Communicate effectively with team members and customers and represent Keystone Cooperative in a professional and courteous manner.
  • Ability to read, count, and write to accurately complete all documentation, including understanding shipping/applicator orders and tickets, product labels, SDS sheets, warning signs and emergency procedures.
  • Basic mechanical skills for daily maintenance of equipment preferred.
  • Be familiar with crop chemicals, farming practices, crop characteristics, and weed identifications.
  • Possess the willingness to adapt to changing application technologies as well as seasonal variations in workload responsibilities.
  • Accurately locate application site and read field maps.
  • Must be a team player and enjoy the effort necessary to contribute to a successful operation and company.

  • Required overtime as the season demands.

Physical Demands
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • The employee needs to stay in good physical condition to regularly lift more than 50 pounds, climb ladders, perform preventive maintenance activities, and perform other physical duties necessary in running an agricultural location. Employee will regularly be required to walk, stand, lift, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, handle, feel and grasp.

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