Custom Turf Intern - Evergreen FS - Bloomington, IL

Are you passionate about agriculture and looking to grow your career with a leading agricultural solutions provider? Evergreen FS is seeking talented individuals like you to join our team and make a difference in the lives of farmers and communities we serve. If you're dedicated, innovative, and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you!

Salary: $18/hr

Responsibilities

• Custom Turf is seeking a high energy, self-starter with a strong work ethic to join our team as an intern. This individual will be responsible for applying turf products to golf courses, lawns, sports complexes throughout the Evergreen FS territory. The job will include application of fertilizer, treatment of weeds, and performing other professional applications while ensuring amazing customer service.
• Applies fertilizers and pesticides to athletic fields, commercial, municipal, and residential areas according to recommended rates, procedure and following all pesticide labels. Records application data according to regulations and standards.
• Sets up material handling, blending, storage, transport and application equipment for blending and delivery of products. Blends products according to recommended rates and procedures.
• This is a great opportunity for a hard-working individual with a love for working outdoors and the desire to grow within a stable company.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Normally requires high school diploma or equivalent and farm or agriculture experience helpful.
• Must hold and maintain, or have the ability to obtain, all required pesticide or fertilizer licenses or certifications.
• Frequently exposed or required to:
  • Outside weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, snow, ice, etc.)
  • Working conditions may include chemicals with appropriate safety measures
  • May be required to work at varying heights
  • Lift (51-70 lbs)
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasonal demands.
• Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK's policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.

Evergreen FS is a trusted provider of agricultural products, services, and solutions servicing DeWitt, Livingston, Macon, McLean, and Woodford Counties in Illinois. With a commitment to excellence and sustainability, we help farmers maximize their productivity while preserving the environment for future generations.

We are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well-being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.