Ag Service Technician - Animal Health International

Animal Health International, Inc.; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Patterson Companies is seeking a Seasonal Inoculant Service Technician to assist in installation, service, and operation of forage and silage inoculant systems.

This role supports sales and service staff, involves delivering products, and requires travel within the local area. Seasonal position from Spring 2027 through Fall 2027, offering hands-on work in a fast-paced agricultural setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with harvesting/storing agricultural crops helpful.
• Experience operating and maintaining equipment preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and repair inoculant dispensing systems.
• Reconcile inoculant usage and inventory; maintain records.
• Deliver products and equipment within the sales area.
• Travel as needed; maintain a safe driving record.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Strong work ethic

Customer service

Attention to detail

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Outlook

Excel

Teams

Smartphone/Tablet use

Equipment operation

Job description

Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success. One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.

Job Summary

The Seasonal Inoculant Service Technician will assist our sales and service staff with the delivery, installation, service, and operation of forage and silage inoculant products and application systems. The Inoculant Service Technician will also assist in delivering feed ingredient delivery and servicing dispensing systems. These positions will begin in the Spring 2027, and last through Fall 2027.

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.

Responsibilities

• Help with installation, service, and repair of forage and silage inoculant dispensing systems
• Perform reconciliation of inoculant usage and inventory and maintain accurate records
• Transact all business in accordance to Animal Health International’s code of ethics and conduct
• Deliver products and equipment throughout the sales area as needed
• Maintain a violation free driving record
• Limited overnight travel
• Other duties as assigned to the Inoculant Service Technician

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience is required.
• Experience harvesting and storing agricultural crops
• Experience operating and maintaining equipment
• Great attention to detail
• Ability to work well with customers and other employees
• Ability to apply basic math skills to everyday situations
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Awareness of hazards and ability to work safely around potentially hazardous conditions
• Ability to work overtime and on weekends
• Valid driver's license
• Must be able to lift, carry, and stack 50 lb. bags

Additional functions

• Work Ethic: Commitment and desire to work with a sense of urgency and persistence in overcoming obstacles while following Patterson’s business conduct and code of ethics and responsibilities.
• Problem Solving Skills: Anticipates problems and customer needs and goes beyond training to find answers.
• Interpersonal Skills: Establishes and maintains productive, mutually beneficial relationships with customers, vendors and colleagues.
• Responds to difficult situations and demanding people and delivers negative information in a way that enhances relationships.

Job Qualifications Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Mechanical aptitude required
• Possesses strong work ethic and takes ownership of both company and customers goals/objectives
• Focused on understanding, meeting, and exceeding customer expectations
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Requires basic computer skills and/or ability to use smart phone/tablet
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Valid driver’s license along with good driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Trade school training in carpentry/plumbing/heating/electricity/electronics is highly desirable but not required
• Excellent organization and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Teams is helpful

Working Conditions

Physical Demands Must be able to remain in a stationary or driving position up to 100% per day. Must be able to lift boxes and dental supplies up to 1-25 pounds up to 75% per day. Must position oneself to install/maintain dental equipment, including under equipment or cabinets up to 50% per day. Must be able to reach at shoulder level and reach at waist level up to 25% per day. Must be able to move or lift dental equipment and supplies weighing up 26-49 pounds up to 10% per day. Must be able to move dental equipment weighing up to 50 pounds into place less than 5% per day. Must be able to climb steps and/or ladders less than 5% per day.

Environmental Factors

This position requires traveling to customer locations and providing services and support to customers. Travel and On-call 100% travel to customer sites in a local geographic area Occasionally out of town for overnight and/or after-hours

What's In It For You

• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program
• 401(k) Match
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave
• LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program)
• Patterson Perks Program

The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range, based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills. $20.91 - $27.16

EEO Statement

Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. At Patterson Companies, we live our values everyday. With more than 8,000 employees worldwide, we're responsible for providing dentists, veterinarians, animal producers, and farmers with the support they need to keep us and our animals healthy.