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KWS Seeds LLC is looking for a full-time permanent Agricultural Disease Trial Technician for our Kimberly location. The Agricultural Disease Trial Technician supports trial activities including planting, irrigation, integrated pest management, ratings, and harvest in field and in the greenhouse. Technician will collect and maintain accurate records and adhere to quality standards and protocols which may include regulated material. Understands or can learn the use of all equipment and devices utilized in tasks and has ability to troubleshoot problems in the field. Demonstrates the ability and drive to learn and become proficient with their assigned tasks.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for the creation and execution of work plans
• Train and provide work directions to seasonal workers
• Safely apply pesticides as needed
• Operate the required proprietary software for data collection
• Have the ability or willingness to learn to operate planting, harvest, and other agriculture research equipment
• Work in a greenhouse setting, performing duties such as planting, IPM, ratings, harvest, and insect care
• Ensure completion of detailed records of activities as required
• Assist with research equipment, maintenance and repairs
• Ensure the Company handbook, Rules, Guidelines and Procedures and safety policies are followed, and personal protective equipment is used correctly
• Travel and/or drive on behalf of the business
• Meet attendance requirements and work variable hours as needed
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two or more years of experience in agriculture, greenhouse production, plot research, or related fields
• Demonstrated ability to work with various groups and prioritize tasks for the best efficiency
• Demonstrated ability to complete projects working under the direction of project leads or managers
• Ability to work variable hours as needed
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving history
• Ability to work independently, unsupervised, and within a team with flexibility
• Have or be able to obtain Pesticide Applicators License within 6 months of hire
• Willingness to learn to troubleshoot mechanical issues and resolve those issues in the field
• Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in a related field and/or 2 years’ experience in agriculture, crop production, general farming, landscaping, greenhouse or similar fields. Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (drone) experience
• Experience working in agriculture research
• Bilingual skills
• Experience working with agricultural pesticide applications
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical equipment issues in the field

OUR OFFER: 

• A salary between $20 and $25 per hour. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made
• Health, dental, vision benefits
• Pension plan and 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible paid-time-off (PTO)
• Professional training and development opportunities

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Perform outdoor and indoor work in variable conditions including heat, cold, dust wind and rain. Field environments with exposure to pollen and handling chemicals. Occasional overnight travel as needed, some out of state. Must wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

JOIN US!
If you are ready to lead scientific innovation and make a meaningful impact in agriculture, we invite you to apply with your CV today.

We look forward to hearing from you.