Date Posted:
December 24, 2024
Start Date:
April 14, 2025
Duration:
Temporary fulltime
Length of Employment:
Seasonal
Job Experience:
1 - 3 years
Job Description:
Indian River Farms is seeking a Field Technician / Crop Scout who is self-motivated with good people skills.
This position offers a competitive wage with excellent benefits!
Terms of Employment
The position of Field Technician / Crop Scout is a Seasonal, 40 hours a week position where wages are based on experience, range of $20 to $25/hour.
Duties
· Collecting samples of Soil, Water and Crop to identify disease and pest issues
· Planting and accuracy checks during the farming season
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be experienced with potatoes & grain fields, their diseases, and pests.
Secondary school diploma or general education degree is preferred, as well as experience with computers and mobile devices.
Knowledge, skills and abilities:
-Experience with potato and grain farming
-Excellent communication skills
-Ability to prioritize operations in light of multiple priorities and conflicting demands
-Team player with an ability to participate in cross-functional teams