Job Description

Job Description

Syndeo Staffing is searching for the right person to join a family-owned ag-fertilizer supply company as a Field Conversion Operator. Working under the direction of the Crew Chief, you will be responsible for effectively and safely setting up the acid, ammonia, and water systems necessary in the operation our client’s custom-designed Mix Unit, made to blend liquid fertilizer.

As the Field Conversion Operator, you will travel to corporate and family-owned farms to facilitate and monitor the chemical mixing process onsite. This role requires operators to travel 60-80%, with company paid lodging. While on the road, per diem is offered with an hourly pay differential and incentives. Company will sponsor efforts in training to obtain your Class A CDL and TWIC card. This is a direct hire position based in El Dorado, Kansas. Requires the use of a respirator that has been fit tested for safety.

Note: This position requires extensive travel @ 60-80% with the majority through the work week; some weekend travel necessary

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Safe handling of hazardous materials and equipment used on the job
• Unload and setup of equipment, including lifting, moving and/or carrying parts, tools, hoses, electrical cords and pumps
• Operating and monitoring process control equipment, including reading meters and gauges, taking product samples, making calculations, adjusting flow rates according to need and recording data
• Shutting down the operation and disconnecting Mix Unit, liquid pumps and rail cars
• May drive company vehicle site-to-site hauling support equipment. Responsible for driving safely and with respect for company property
• Perform routine basic preventative maintenance on company vehicles and equipment as needed
• Assist shop and plant personnel as a means of gaining experience and knowledge of a typical fertilizer operation during periods of non-travel

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License with insurable driving record
  • Must be willing and able to obtain Class A CDL
• Basic mechanical aptitude necessary
• Ability to wear fit tested respirator (must be clean shaven)
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted
• Ability to work overtime and travel up to 80%

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT:

• 60-80%
• Some weekend travel necessary

BASE SCHEDULE

• Mon-Fri 7:30 am – 4:30 PM
• Frequent overtime (not guaranteed)

EARNING POTENTIAL

• Base hourly rate $17/hour
• $50 productivity incentive offered per rail car
• $1/hour travel pay differential for the 1st year
• Travel pay differential increases to $2/hour @ year 2.
• Travel pay differential increases to $3/hour @ year 3
• $3K Sign on bonus (paid @ 3 & 6 mo. of FT service)

Company Description

Syndeo is a Kansas-based, regional leader and an independently owned human resources company. The Syndeo family of companies is made up of Syndeo Outsourcing, a full-service human resources outsourcing (HRO) provider, Syndeo Payroll Solutions, a full-service payroll services provider, and Syndeo Staffing a full-service recruiting and staffing services provider.

Company Description

Syndeo is a Kansas-based, regional leader and an independently owned human resources company. The Syndeo family of companies is made up of Syndeo Outsourcing, a full-service human resources outsourcing (HRO) provider, Syndeo Payroll Solutions, a full-service payroll services provider, and Syndeo Staffing a full-service recruiting and staffing services provider.