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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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Role Overview:
The Agriculture Shop Lead is a seasoned professional responsible for overseeing daily field operations and ensuring all equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and ready for use. This role blends hands-on technical expertise with strong leadership and people management skills—training and mentoring technicians, coordinating schedules, and fostering collaboration with customers and sales teams. You will provide safe, efficient, and high-quality service while leading a team to keep operations running smoothly and deliver exceptional customer experiences.
A Sample of What You’ll Do in this Role:
Lead and manage all aspects of field service technicians, ensuring team alignment and operational excellence.
Take out, set up, and calibrate equipment for growers in the field.
Oversee daily maintenance of all applications and support equipment at the branch facility, including trucks, tractors, implements, and other assigned equipment.
Move and set up tanks as needed.
Attend product training sessions and meetings when necessary.
Ensure correct materials and proper use of safety gear at all times.
Resolve disputes by collaborating with salespeople and internal teams.
Mentor and develop field service technicians, providing guidance on equipment setup, calibration, and maintenance best practices.
Coordinate with branch management to prioritize service calls, equipment setups, and field operations based on customer needs and business goals.
Serve as a primary point of contact for field operations, communicating effectively with internal teams, customers, and sales staff to align expectations and deliver outstanding service.
Assist with planning and scheduling maintenance routines and equipment usage to maximize productivity and uptime.
Identify and implement process improvements within field service operations to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.
What You Bring to the Role:
Minimum of 5 years of experience leading a team of field service technicians or a related technical role.
Proven ability to lead teams and manage people effectively, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
Strong mechanical skills and understanding of metal fabrication/welding techniques.
Ability to operate material handling equipment, including forklift, order picker, pallet jack, and other equipment as required.
Manage inventory of shop supplies and parts for various equipment.
Knowledge and/or experience with agricultural operations.
Physical ability to repetitively bend and lift boxes and bags up to 80 lbs.
Willingness to work overtime during busy seasons.
Forklift Driver and Driving Certification (offered on the job).
Valid driver’s license with Class A CDL or willingness to obtain one.
What Makes You a Great Fit:
You have a high level of integrity and maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude.
You’re punctual, prepared, and adaptable to a variety of job duties.
You possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, building strong relationships with customers and team members.
You lead by example in safety, professionalism, and quality of work, setting the standard for others.
You inspire and motivate your team, creating a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
Compensation and Benefits:Â Â
The base compensation for this position ranges from $27.40 to $36.58 per hour. Please note that wages may vary depending on skills and experience. Â
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/Â Â Â
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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