Citrus Pest Scout — Field Biologist & Data Reporter

Wonderful Citrus; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Dental

401k

Education reimbursement

Paid time off

Wonderful Giving

Job summary

Wonderful Citrus in Texas is seeking a Field Scout to monitor pest problems across our citrus orchards. You will walk daily, inspect for insects, diseases and weeds, and report findings using company mobile devices. The role requires a valid Texas driver's license, English literacy, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Farming or entomology interest is welcome; training is provided. Wonderful Citrus offers benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k, plus paid leave and education

Qualifications

• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Able to read and write English.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience with data entry on mobile devices.
• Farming or entomology interest welcomed.
• Basic math for data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Walk a minimum average of 5 miles daily to scout orchards.
• Inspect for insects, diseases, and weeds.
• Occasionally place and pick up insect traps.
• Occasionally collect soil and tissue samples for analysis.
• Perform other tasks and special projects as assigned by Supervisor.

Skills

Valid Texas Driver's License

English literacy

Planning & scheduling

Self-motivation

Data entry on mobile devices

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Education

Agricultural science

Life science

Tools

Electronic data collection devices

Job description

Wonderful Citrus in Texas is seeking a Field Scout to monitor pest problems across our citrus orchards. You will walk daily, inspect for insects, diseases and weeds, and report findings using company mobile devices. The role requires a valid Texas driver's license, English literacy, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Farming or entomology interest is welcome; training is provided. Wonderful Citrus offers benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k, plus paid leave and education