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Nutrien

Custom Applicator

Davenport, NE · On-site

Custom Applicator Requisition ID: 32377 Location: Davenport, NE, USA, 68335 Workplace Type: On-Site Experience Level: Entry Level Job Type: Full Time Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and ...

Frontier Cooperative

Custom Applicator

David City, NE · On-site

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 ...

Frontier Cooperative

Custom Applicator

Belgrade, NE · On-site

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 ...

Frontier Cooperative

Custom Applicator

David City, NE · On-site

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 ...

Frontier Cooperative

Custom Applicator

Belgrade, NE · On-site

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 ...

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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for custom applicator in Nebraska is $19.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.49 and $22.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Custom Applicator is responsible for applying fertilizers, pesticides, and other agricultural products to fields according to customer specifications and environmental regulations. They operate and maintain specialized equipment, ensuring precise and efficient application. This role requires knowledge of safety procedures, equipment calibration, and chemical handling. Custom Applicators often work seasonally with long hours during peak planting and growing seasons.

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To excel as a Custom Applicator, you need a solid understanding of crop science, chemical application techniques, and safety standards, often supported by a commercial pesticide applicator license or certification. Familiarity with precision agriculture technology, GPS-guided equipment, and application record-keeping systems is vital. Strong attention to detail, communication, and problem-solving skills help you effectively manage schedules and interact with clients and team members. These skills ensure safe, efficient, and accurate application of products to support customer satisfaction and regulatory compliance.

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A typical day as a Custom Applicator involves loading and operating specialized application equipment to deliver fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides to customer fields according to prescribed rates. You’ll spend significant time outdoors, monitor weather and application conditions, and maintain thorough records of applications for compliance. Additionally, you may work closely with agronomists, sales staff, and clients to ensure proper application and address any field-specific needs. While peak seasons can require extended hours, the role offers variety and the satisfaction of directly supporting agricultural production.

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Custom Applicator

Nutrien

Davenport, NE • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Custom Applicator
Requisition ID: 32377
Location: Davenport, NE, USA, 68335
Workplace Type: On-Site
Experience Level: Entry Level
Job Type: Full Time
Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We're guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We're creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity.
Nutrien Ag Solutions is the retail division of Nutrien, providing full-acre solutions through our network of trusted crop consultants at more than 2,000 locations in North America, South America, and Australia. For more than 150 years, we have been helping growers achieve the highest yields with the most sustainable solutions possible, offering a wide selection of products, including our proprietary brands: Loveland Products, Inc.; Proven®Seed and Dyna-Gro®Seed; as well as financial, custom application and precision ag services.
Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien and Nutrien Ag Solutions.
What You'll Do:
  • Operate all spray equipment
  • Operate computers on equipment
  • Spray and calibrate crop protection products
  • Mixing, loading, and application of crop production products/plant nutritional
  • Perform daily vehicle inspections
  • Handle and deliver bulk and packaged materials, seed and other agriculture inputs
  • Clean and maintain equipment
  • Assist mechanic
  • Maintain application/spray records
  • Perform other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring:
  • High School diploma/GED required
  • Agricultural background preferred
  • Valid driver's license & applicable endorsements
  • Current CDL, or ability to obtain; we will train the right candidate
  • Must meet minimum DOT age requirement

What You'll Get:
  • Home Every Night - Enjoy the stability of local work without long hauls or time away from family & friends
  • Stability - Full-time hours (40+ hours per week), with busier days during peak season that allows for overtime pay
  • Safety First - We maintain the highest safety standards to support you and your team
  • Excellent Benefits - Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, a retirement program with generous employer matching, paid time off, and access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Purpose - Every delivery you make helps put food on table on your community and across the world

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!
The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.
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