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Spray Driver and Custom Applicator

Leipsic, OH · On-site

Spray Driver and Custom Applicator Requisition ID: 32542 Location: Leipsic, OH, USA, 45856 Workplace Type: On-Site Experience Level: Entry Level Job Type: Full Time Nutrien is a leading provider of ...

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How much do spray applicator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for spray 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 are some common challenges faced by Spray Applicators and how can they be managed on the job?

Spray Applicators often encounter challenges such as ensuring even coverage, managing drift, and working safely with chemicals. To address these, it's important to maintain and calibrate equipment regularly, monitor weather conditions closely, and use proper protective gear. Staying updated on safety protocols and effective communication with team members also helps minimize risks and ensures high-quality application. Employers typically provide training and support to help new hires succeed in these areas.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Spray Applicator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Spray Applicator, you need a solid understanding of pesticide application, safety protocols, and often require a commercial pesticide applicator license or certification. Familiarity with spray equipment, calibration tools, and GPS-based application systems is typically necessary. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are key soft skills for this role. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensure precise, safe, and environmentally responsible application of chemicals, protecting both crops and surrounding areas.

What are spray applicators?

Spray applicators are professionals who use specialized equipment to apply liquids, such as pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, or coatings, to surfaces like crops, lawns, or industrial materials. They are trained to operate spraying machinery, mix chemicals safely, and follow regulations to protect themselves and the environment. Spray applicators often work in agriculture, landscaping, or industrial settings, ensuring that treatments are applied effectively and safely.

What is the difference between Spray Applicator vs Paint Technician?

AspectSpray ApplicatorPaint Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; OSHA safety trainingHigh school diploma; specialized training or certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentIndustrial sites, construction, manufacturing facilitiesAuto body shops, manufacturing, industrial settings
Job FocusApplying coatings using spray equipmentPreparing surfaces and applying paint or coatings

Both roles involve applying coatings, but Spray Applicators focus on operating spray equipment in industrial settings, while Paint Technicians often handle surface prep and detailed painting tasks. The roles share similar safety training and certifications, making them closely related in the painting and coating industry.

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Infographic showing various Spray Applicator job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 62% Full Time, 31% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $42,774 per year, or $20.6 per hour.

Spray Driver and Custom Applicator

Nutrien

Leipsic, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

Nutrien rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Title: Spray Driver and Custom Applicator
Requisition ID: 32542
Location: Leipsic, OH, USA, 45856
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: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.
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/farming and/or Custom Applicator experience preferred
  • Valid driver's license & applicable endorsements

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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