Agricultural Seasonal Field Scout, Part Time

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General Purpose and Scope of Position:  

Wilbur-Ellis is seeking an Agriculture Field Scout to be responsible for scouting row crops for pest identification, staging crop growth stages and pulling tissue samples. The Field Scout works closely with the field sales and the operations support team. This is a seasonal position. 

Key Skills and Abilities Include: 

• Knowledge and/or experience with agricultural operations (preferred) 

• Intermediate level proficiency with standard software including MS Office Suite 

• Ability to safely operate a company vehicle within state laws and company policies and guidelines 

• Requires excellent interpersonal skills between both customers and fellow employees 

• Ability to repetitively bend, kneel and walk long distances while working in a non-climate controlled environment and outside in inclement weather  

• Excellent math skills and the ability to maintain accurate counts 

• Dependability/reliability. Occasionally may need to work Saturdays. 

• Good interpersonal skills 

• Willingness and desire to work overtime hours during busy seasons  

Key Personal Attributes Include: 

• Proven leadership ability including the ability to build relationships with cross-functional team members including Product Specialists 

• Excellent written and verbal and presentation communication skills 

• Strong time management skills with the ability to set priorities 

• Skill in creative and critical thinking to achieve goals  

• Ability to remain detail-oriented with a wide range of responsibilities 

Specific Responsibilities and Key Deliverables Include: 

• Scout fields for pest identification, inspect and monitor as needed

• Maintain data counts of the number of identifications

• Use GPS technology to map fields 

• Comply with company safety standards 

• Take soil/tissue samples as needed or directed by sales 

• Scout crops for economic pests and report to appropriate Sales Representative  

Compensation and Benefits: 

• In compliance with all states and cities that require transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $17.63-20.06 per hour.  Note that wages may vary based on location, skills, and experience.  This position is eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits.  

Our Ag Retail & Wholesale business line is able to hire in the following states: