Sakata Seed America, Inc. · 13 hours ago
Research Farm Technician
Woodland, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelSakata Seed America, Inc. is seeking a Research Farm Technician to improve the growing conditions of their research crops. The role involves supporting daily farm operations, managing irrigation and pesticide applications, and ensuring efficient operations at the Research Station.
AgricultureFood and BeverageWine And Spirits
Responsibilities
Responsible for assisting farming crops and maintaining greenhouses. Assists the Farm Manager with the maintenance of the research farm
Responsible for recording seasonal data relating to crop maps, fertilizer, irrigation, and overall growing season performance for each crop
Responsible for irrigation management including that the irrigation systems are maintained and operated correctly
Responsible for spraying and maintaining (as needed) on-farm research and demonstration plots
Responsible for pesticide applications including completing required documentation and posting requirements
Assists in monitoring and guiding the farming activities to achieve desired results
Coordinate with Farm Manager and Breeder Assistants regarding chemical applications in the field and greenhouses
Qualification
Required
Must be able to operate and maintain farm equipment such as irrigation pumps, tractors, pickups, disks, sprayers, levelers, fertilizer spreaders, bed presses, mulch machines, pesticide applicators, etc
Must have general knowledge of farm operations and farm management principles
Ability to handle stress especially when encountering necessary projects, deadlines and/or high workload
Must be able to work under strict time constraints and requirements
Must have and maintain a current pesticide applicator's license
Must be able to work with chemicals and other irritating substances
Must be able to wear personal protective equipment when required
Must be able to work under different weather conditions such as extremes of temperature, dampness, rain and sun exposure
Must be able to work in dusty conditions
Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time
Must be able to work long and irregular hours
B.S. in agriculture or related subject, or equivalent knowledge and experience as determined by Sakata
Preferred
Bi-lingual English/Spanish ability is highly desirable but not required
Computer experience with Microsoft Office software desired
Farm management experience highly desirable
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage for employees and their families
Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
401k program with company match
Profit Sharing program (via 401k)
Holiday & Performance Incentive Bonus program
Paid Vacation: 10 days per year to start, increases with tenure
Sick Leave: 1 hour accrued per 30 hours worked for first 30 days, 6.67 hours per month after.
14 paid company holidays, 2 floating holidays & birthday off
Paid Family Leave: 15 days after 12 months of service for FMLA qualifying events
Company
Sakata Seed America, Inc.
Sakata Seed America was established in 1977 as a research, production, and sales division of Sakata Seed Corporation.
Founded in 1977
201-500 employees
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