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General Purpose and Scope of Position:

Wilbur-Ellis is seeking an Agriculture Field Scout to be responsible for pest trap placement and monitoring/recording pest activity of various crops and pests. The Field Scout works closely with the field sales and the operations support team. This is a seasonal position.

Key Skills and Abilities Include:

Strong interest in Agriculture, Plant Science, or Horticulture preferred

Knowledge and/or experience with agricultural operations (preferred)

Intermediate level proficiency with standard software including MS Office Suite

Ability to safely operate a 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

Specific Responsibilities and Key Deliverables Include:

Prepare traps for placement in the field

Install traps in fields. Inspect and monitor on a weekly basis.

Maintain data counts of the number of pests trapped

Use GPS technology to map fields

Comply with company safety standards

Take soil 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 requiring transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $15.77 to $21.03 per hour. Note that wages may vary based on location, skills, and experience. Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits, https://bit.ly/3S8aDCj

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.

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