Agriculture Field Scout: Data-Driven Pest & Field Mapping

Wilbur-Ellis; Edmore (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilbur-Ellis in Michigan seeks an Agriculture Field Scout I to place and monitor pest traps across central Michigan fields, working with the sales and operations teams. You will collect data, map fields with GPS, and help ensure accurate pest reporting and soil sampling as needed.

You should have an interest in Agriculture or Plant Science, be comfortable with MS Office, and capable of safely driving within state laws. This is outdoors, in varied weather, with overtime possible.

Qualifications

• Interest in Agriculture, Plant Science or Horticulture.
• Proficiency with MS Office and field data collection tools.
• Ability to operate a vehicle safely under state laws.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and install traps for placement in the field.
• Inspect and monitor traps weekly.
• Maintain data counts of pests trapped.
• Use GPS to map fields and track locations.
• Comply with company safety standards.
• Take soil samples as directed by sales.
• Scout crops for economic pests and report to Sales.

Skills

Agriculture interest

MS Office proficiency

Vehicle operation

Data accuracy and math

Tools

MS Office Suite

GPS mapping apps

Field data collection software

Copilot / AI productivity tools

Job description

Wilbur-Ellis in Michigan seeks an Agriculture Field Scout I to place and monitor pest traps across central Michigan fields, working with the sales and operations teams. You will collect data, map fields with GPS, and help ensure accurate pest reporting and soil sampling as needed.

You should have an interest in Agriculture or Plant Science, be comfortable with MS Office, and capable of safely driving within state laws. This is outdoors, in varied weather, with overtime possible.