Seasonal Field Technician (Cozad, NE)
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Cozad
Posted on: April 25, 2024
Job Description:
The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held
organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and
agriculture-related businesses. The J.R. Simplot Company is a true
farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of
agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant
sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial
product development, and distribution.SummaryA seasonal field
technician inspects farmers' fields and records and reports weed,
insect, disease and other observations of crop health. This is an
important role to help farmers make timely, informed and economical
decisions to maintain their crops. Key Responsibilities
Walk Fields of customers often in
order to monitor crop health and identify issues to make
recommendations of herbicide, pesticide or mechanical control
methods. Perform yield estimates throughout the growing season to
provide customer with projections. Establish routes schedules and
other organizational toolsUse knowledge of growth stages in crops
in order to predict potential problems during that stage of the
growing seasonIdentify and diagnose types of infestation or
disease. Remain up to date on latest chemistry and technology for
enhanced crop protection (such as drones or apps). Report to crop
advisor status of fields and make recommendations.Typical
EducationHigh school diploma or general education degree
(GED)Relevant Experience
Some knowledge of agriculture and/or
horticulture. A farm background (or some experience on a farm)
and/or in the landscape/golf industry preferred.Skills: Ability to
operate 4-wheel drive and/or ATV vehicles off road or on farm
roads. Basic computer knowledge and proficiency in MS Office
programs.Preferably enrolled in courses working towards PCA license
or other agricultural programRequired CertificationsValid Driver's
License*This position is not eligible for relocation.----Job
Requisition ID:--17195Travel Required:--NonePay
Grade:--Hourly--Location(s):--SGS Retail - Cozad--Country:--United
States**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal
Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, national
origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender
expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability,
medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status,
marital status, or any other protected status. **
Keywords: Disability Solutions, Grand Island , Seasonal Field Technician (Cozad, NE), Engineering , Cozad, Nebraska
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