Sales Agronomist/Custom Applicator
Join the Synergy Team!
Where Hard Work Meets Hometown Fun
What It Means to Work at Synergy
At Synergy, we believe work should feel like a community – and that community should be supportive and fun! As a locally owned cooperative, we take pride in supporting our employees, our customers, and the communities we serve. When you join our team, you’ll find more than just a job; you’ll find opportunity, growth, and people who genuinely care.
About Our Agronomy Division
If you enjoy being outdoors, solving problems, and building strong relationships, Agronomy is a place where you can truly make a difference. You'll work alongside local farmers, helping them make decisions that support their operations and future success. Every season brings new challenges, new opportunities, and the chance to be part of something that helps feed our communities.
What You’ll Be Doing
This position performs an exciting variety of duties including product recommendation & sales, soil testing, deliveries, and agriculture chemical/fertilizer application. Employees in this role have the opportunity to operate variety of agriculture equipment. On occasion, this position may help out in the warehouse and/or ag equipment shops to maintenance equipment and facilities.
What You Can Expect from Us
- Competitive pay
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability
- 401(k) with a 6% match!
- Profit sharing
- Company clothing annual allowance
- Gas and LP discounts
- Advancement opportunities
- Continuous Training and Development
- Relaxed Dress Code – yes, jeans are welcome!
- A relaxed, yet upbeat and fun work environment with great people
Skills That Will Help You Thrive in This Role
- Making trusted agricultural product recommendations
- Being reliable and on-time
- Working independently to achieve goals
- Doing what it takes to get the job done
- Thinking quickly and offering suggestions
- Performing at a quick pace while having fun
- Being a trusted co-worker who always thinks of safety and security
What We Need from You
- Related agricultural experience
- Related sales experience
- Ability to establish strong relationships with customers/clients
- Knowledge of chemicals, insecticides, fertilizers, and seed
- A driving record that is acceptable for commercial liability insurance
- Valid CDL or willingness to obtain
- Ability to work outdoors in all conditions with extended work hours in peak season
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally
- High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Bonus Points if You Have
- Agricultural background with related experience operating agricultural equipment
- Associate degree or technical certificate in agriculture related field of study desired
- Tanker Endorsement
- Hazmat Endorsement
- 3-5 years of field sales experience desired
- Crop advisor certification
Why You’ll Love Working for a Co-Op!
When you work for a cooperative, you are part of something bigger than just a business – you’re a part of a community. Synergy is locally owned and operated, which means every dollar and every decision helps strengthen the towns we call home. We believe in fun, honesty, safety, community, and investing in our people.
Here, you’re not just an employee – you are part of the Synergy community and the cooperative tradition that helps our rural communities thrive.
18 years minimum:
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for this position. Synergy Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.