Agribusiness Operations
Field Scout

General Purpose and Scope of Position

The Agriculture Field Scout will 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.

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Key Skills and Abilities Include

  • College student majoring in Agriculture, Plant Science, or Horticulture
  • 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, 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

  • 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

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