We are seeking a highly motivated Spray Drone Pilot based out of our Mankato, MN location for the summer months of May to August. Our internship experience will offer valuable insight into the spray drone profession through mentorship and real-world experiences.

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Five Key Roles:

Drone Application of Agricultural Products

Perform custom application with spray drone
Apply crop nutrients and crop protection products in a safe, accurate, and efficient manner
Mixing, loading, and application of crop protection products and plant nutrition
Ability to understand the chemistry and aerial label requirements of products

Drone Operations and Equipment Maintenance

Responsible for completing a pre-flight inspections and daily logs
Responsible scheduling and field mission planning
Complete and maintain required application reports, vehicle inspection reports, and other required documentation

Equipment Maintenance

Operate, service, and maintain custom application equipment
Assist with housekeeping and maintenance of the facility, roadways and assigned vehicles/equipment

Customer Service

Accurately load and unload product
Provide prompt and courteous customer service
Provide customers with maps and application reports

Other

Live the Crystal Valley brand by demonstrating a commitment to doing what’s right, a solid work ethic, a strong sense of ownership, a passion for excellence, and treat others with respect
Attend training, professional development and continuing education opportunities
Be personally responsible for the safety of self and others
Perform other tasks as assigned

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

Valid driver’s license
Class A CDL with tanker
FAA Class 3 Medical Certificate
Part 107 UAV Certification
Minnesota Commercial Pesticide License (A,B,C)
Maintain commercial applicators license
Meet the driver qualification standards set by the self-insured group in which the cooperative is a member

Qualifications:

Currently pursuing a degree in Precision Ag/Ag Systems Technology, or other Agriculture related degree program

Ability to obtain FAA Drone Remote Pilot Certification
Agricultural or Ag retail background
Previous internship experience desired
Desire to serve farmers, agribusinesses and others involved in the agriculture industry

Willingness to work long hours (weekends and holidays included)
Basic equipment operation skills

About Crystal Valley:

Our Core Values:

Commitment to doing what's right
Solid work ethic
Strong sense of ownership
Passion for excellence
Treat others with respect

If you possess these attributes, then Crystal Valley would be a great fit for you!

Crystal Valley is a full-service cooperative with 200 full-time employees in 16 locations serving the needs of livestock producers and crop farmers in south central Minnesota and northern Iowa.

Our knowledgeable staff provides superior service to our customers with high-quality products, facilities, and equipment in our core businesses of agronomy, energy, feed, and grain.

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