Agronomy Technician

Vylor; Waimea/Kamuela (HI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Vylor is hiring an Agronomy Technician at the Hawaii Research Center on Kauai to support agronomy efforts and produce high-quality seed for research. The role involves crop protection, IPM, regulatory tasks, and equipment operation in a tropical field setting.

Responsibilities include operating spraying equipment, data entry, inventory management, and maintaining safety protocols. A HS diploma and 2–4 years of tropical ag experience are preferred; some roles require CDL and weekend/holiday work

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–4 years of tropical agriculture experience with IPM spray and farm equipment preferred.
• Proficient with computers; able to use Microsoft Office.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and follow instructions without supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate spraying equipment with proper PPE and follow label directions.
• Perform backpack and bag spray.
• Assist with data entry in the Agronomy Databases.
• Assist with printing and posting WPS records.
• Assist with IPM chemical inventory management and tracking.
• Assist with spraying, chemigation, posting signs, cleaning equipment, replacing nozzles.
• Maintain all equipment in safe working condition.
• Ensure chemicals are applied according to labels.
• Maintain orderly chemical inventory and storage areas.
• Communicate with supervisor on spraying activities.
• Assist with deploying new IPM equipment and protocols.
• Participate in personal development and performance planning.
• Support IPM group activities and field volunteering.

Skills

IPM

Crop protection

Data entry

Equipment operation

English communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Hagie sprayer

Millers sprayer

PPE usage

Job description

Join Vylor—Powering the Future of Agriculture

At Vylor, we’re advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting‑edge biotech, and next‑generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer®, Brevant®, and Hoegemeyer®, delivering performance farmers rely on.

Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what’s next in crop science.

We are seeking an Agronomy Technician who will be responsible for supporting the agronomy efforts of the Hawaii Research Center with primary focus on agronomic activities necessary to reliably produce high quality seed for the research organization.

The Agronomy Technician will be performing tasks in the Agronomy Department, including but not limited to, working with crop protection, land planning and Integrated Pest Management (IPM), regulatory and equipment operation.

• Sign on Bonus of $1500.00

This position is located on the “Garden Island”, Kauai

What You’ll Do

How will you help us grow? It matters to us, and it matters to you!

• Operate spraying equipment (such as Hagie and Millers). Always ensure the proper use of PPE (personal protective equipment) and ensure label directions are followed.
• Performs backpack and bag spray.
• Assist with data entry in the Agronomy Databases
• Assist with printing and posting WPS records.
• Assist with IPM chemical inventory management and tracking.
• Assist with spraying, chemigation, posting signs, cleaning equipment, replacing nozzles, etc.
• Maintain all equipment in proper and safe working condition.
• Make certain chemicals are applied in accordance with chemical labels.
• Maintain chemical inventory, an orderly pesticide storage room and safety stations.
• Communicate with supervisor on spraying activities.
• Assist with the deployment of new equipment for IPM.
• Provide input to supervisor and assist with short and long term planning.
• Miscellaneous tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• Participate and complete personal development activities as part of a performance management and development plan.
• Support netting and other IPM group activities (operating equipment and manual labor)
• Assist with developing protocols.
• Spray fence lines and fallow areas.
• Mow fallow areas.
• Crop scouting.
• Hand weeding in the fields
• Mini disking between planting blocks.
• Track and enter data in databases for regulatory activities.
• Assist Regulatory and compliance with field volunteering and monitoring.
• Operate equipment for field destruction, volunteering and drip tape extraction.
• Assist with hand pulling drip tape when needed.
• Installing K lines and turning water on and off.
• Cover crop planting.
• Support pollinations during the busy season.

What You Need

• At least High School Diploma/GED required.
• 2 to 4 years of tropical agriculture experience in IPM spray and farm equipment operation preferred.
• Proficient in the use of computers with the ability to utilize Microsoft office products.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read/interpret instructions and carry out tasks in absence of supervision.
• Work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Tolerance and ability to work in outdoor tropical agriculture setting.
• Ability to communicate in English and work with others in a team setting and diverse cultural backgrounds and languages.
• Valid driver’s license required and CDL preferred or willing to obtain.
• Ability to tow trailers (CMV).
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and/or holidays during seasonal peaks and/or based on field needs.
• Occasionally required to lift at least 20 to 40 lbs.

Benefits – How We’ll Support You

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays
• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father
• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program
• Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits
• Check out life at Vylor! https://www.linkedin.com/company/vylorgenetics/

The salary range for this position is $27.00 to $33.00.

This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.

Corteva announced to separate our current advanced seed and genetics business to establish a standalone company, operating as Vylor, Inc. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to legal requirements and board approval. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the separation, you would be an employee of Vylor, Inc. and your employment would be governed by Vylor, Inc. employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by Vylor, Inc. at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

Vylor is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.