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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:Â
An Agriculture 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.  **THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION**
A Sample of What You’ll Do in this Role:Â
Prepare and install traps for placement in the field Â
Inspect and monitortraps on a weekly basis Â
Maintain data counts of the number of pests trapped Â
Use GPS technology to map fields Â
Comply with company safety standards Â
Take soil samples as needed or directed by sales Â
Scout crops for economic pests and report to the appropriate Sales RepresentativeÂ
What You Bring to the Role:Â
A strong interest in Agriculture, Plant Science, or Horticulture Â
Intermediate level proficiency with standard software including MS Office Suite Â
Ability to safely operate a vehicle within state laws and company policies and guidelinesÂ
Knowledge and/or experience with agricultural operations (preferred)Â
What Makes You a Great Fit:Â
You haveexcellent interpersonal skills Â
You can repetitively bend, kneel, and walk long distances while working in a non-climate-controlled environment and outside in inclement weather Â
You have excellent math skills and the ability to maintainaccurate counts Â
You are dependable and reliableÂ
You’re willing to work overtime and occasionally work on Saturdays Â
Compensation and Benefits:Â Â
The base compensation for this position ranges from $16.83 to $22.47 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
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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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