Agronomy Technician

The Agronomy Technician will be responsible for supporting the agronomy efforts of the Hawaii Research Center with primary focus on agronomic activities necessary to reliably produce high quality seed for the research organization. 
The agronomy technician will be performing tasks in the Agronomy Department, including but not limited to, working with crop protection, land planning and preparation, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), regulatory and equipment operation. 

This position is located on the “Garden Island”, Kauai. 

$1,500 SIGN ON BONUS!

***Please note: there is no visa sponsorship or relocation assistance provided for this role.
  

What You'll Do:

• Assist in scheduling, coordination and operation of farm and spraying equipment (such as Sprayers and Tractors). Always ensure the proper use of PPE (personal protective equipment) and ensure product label directions are followed.  

• Assist with data entry in the Agronomy Databases 

• Assist with printing and posting WPS records. 

• Assist with IPM chemical inventory management and tracking. 

• Assist with spraying, chemigation, posting signs, cleaning equipment, replacing nozzles, etc. 

• Maintain all equipment in proper and safe working condition. 

• Make certain chemicals are applied in accordance with chemical labels. 

• Maintain chemical inventory, an orderly pesticide storage room and safety stations.  

• Assist with the deployment of new equipment for IPM and agronomy. 

• Spraying fence lines and fallow areas. 

• Crop scouting 

• Provide input to supervisor and assist with short and long term planning.  

• Participate and complete personal development activities as part of a performance management and development plan. 

• Assist with developing protocols. 

• Assist other groups with tasks including but not limited to; cover crop planting, mowing, crop destruction and volunteering, drip tape removal, hand weeding, UTV/backpack spray, netting activities, and pollination during busy season. 

• Track and enter data in databases for regulatory activities. 

• Miscellaneous tasks as assigned by supervisor. 

What Skills You Need:

• High School Diploma or GED required (or willing and able to obtain GED within 12 months from hiring).

• 2 to 4 years of tropical agriculture experience in IPM spray and farm equipment operation preferred.  

• Proficient in the use of computers with the ability to utilize Microsoft office products. 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills. 

• Ability to read/interpret instructions and carry out tasks in absence of supervision. 

• Work well under pressure to meet deadlines. 

• Tolerance and ability to work in outdoor tropical agriculture setting. 

• Ability to communicate in English and work with others in a team setting and diverse cultural backgrounds and languages. 

• Valid driver’s license required and CDL preferred or willing to obtain. 

• Ability to tow trailers (CMV). 

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and/or holidays during seasonal peaks and/or based on field needs. 

• Occasionally required to lift at least 20 to 40 lbs. 

• Experience with operating and assisting in drone operation is preferred.