Valley Wide Cooperative · 1 day ago
Ag Field Tech
Valley Wide Cooperative is seeking an Agronomy Field Technician to support their Agronomy staff while gaining valuable job skills. The role involves data collection and analysis, scouting farm fields, and ensuring customer needs are met efficiently.
AgricultureEnergy
Responsibilities
Scout farm fields for insects, weeds and diseases
Sample soil and plant tissue for nutrient status
Draw grass seed sample for moisture testing
Set up and evaluate test plots
Deliver products to customers as needed
Map farm fields and monitor yields using precision ag technology
Work with other Outside Sales team members to more efficiently serve our customers
Work closely with plant staff to ensure customer needs are met in a timely fashion
Use computers to formulate mixes, record grower contacts, work orders, recommendations and email
Attend training sessions to become abreast of latest technology
Operate Company vehicle in a safe and professional manner
Follow Company and safety rules
Travel to, and work at or around, other Ag facilities throughout Valley Agronomics as needed
Other duties, responsibilities and/or tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of computer systems operation and associated software
Ability to interact effectively with customers and co-workers
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Good math skills
Valid drivers? license required
Ability to obtain a forklift certificate
High school graduate or greater
Preferred
Familiarity with farm operations preferred
Crop Science degree preferred