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Custom Applicator, up to $21/hr + acre bonus in Aurora

Date Posted: 15 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

An established agricultural retailer in southeast Indiana is hiring a Custom Applicator to join its operations team. If you've grown up around farm equipment and like being outside in the seat, this is a steady, hands-on role with a team that will train you and help you get licensed.

 

What you'll do

- Operate self-propelled sprayers and dry fertilizer spreaders to apply crop protection products and fertilizer for area growers

- Follow application maps and work orders accurately, and keep application records

- Load, mix, and handle products safely according to label and company procedures

- Do daily equipment checks, cleaning, and basic maintenance

- Help with seasonal warehouse, delivery, and yard work as needed

 

What you bring

- Farm or ag experience, with time running self-propelled sprayers, spreaders, or other large equipment

- Prior custom application work at an ag retailer or co-op is a big plus

- An Indiana pesticide applicator license is a plus, or a willingness to get one (training provided)

- A valid driver's license with a clean record (CDL is a plus)

- Willingness to work extended hours during spring and fall seasons

 

What's offered

- Up to $21/hr DOE, plus seasonal overtime

- Up to $0.50/acre bonus

- Full benefits including health, dental, and vision

- PTO

- Boot stipend

- Paid training and licensing support

 

Interested? Apply today for a confidential conversation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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