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Role Overview:
An Agriculture Seasonal Field Scout Iis responsible for pest trap placement and monitoring/recording pest activity of various crops and pests. The Field Scout works closely with the field sales team and the operations support team.
A Sample of What You'll Do in this Role:
Prepare and install traps for placement in the field
Inspect and monitortraps on a weekly basis
Maintain data counts of the number of pests trapped
Use GPS technology to map fields
Comply with company safety standards
Take soil samples as needed or directed by sales
Scout crops for economic pests and report to the appropriate Sales Representative
What You Bring to the Role:
A strong interest in Agriculture, Plant Science, or Horticulture
Intermediate level proficiency with standard software including MS Office Suite
Ability to safely operate a vehicle within state laws and company policies and guidelines
Knowledge and/or experience with agricultural operations (preferred)
What Makes You a Great Fit:
You haveexcellent interpersonal skills
You can repetitively bend, kneel, and walk long distances while working in a non-climate-controlled environment and outside in inclement weather
You have excellent math skills and the ability to maintainaccurate counts
You are dependable and reliable
You're willing to work overtime and occasionally work on Saturdays
Compensation and Benefits:
The base compensation for this position ranges from $15.29 to $20.42 per hour. Please note that wages may vary depending on skills and experience.
This position is eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits. Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: https://mywebenefits.com/
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Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.
Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer
Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific.
Wilbur-Ellis is for and about people
Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other.
Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry's best workforce
Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.
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Wilbur-Ellis Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer
