Farm Technician: Greenhouse & Field Irrigation Expert

Sakata Seed America, Inc.; Woodland (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401(k) Program + Company Match

Profit Sharing through 401(k)

Holiday Bonus

Performance Incentive Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

529 College-Savings Plan

Company-Paid Basic Life & AD&D

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

14 Paid Company Holidays

2 Floating Holidays

Job summary

Sakata Seed America, Inc. in Woodland, CA is seeking a Farm Technician to support daily farming operations across crops in research and production.

You will assist with ground prep, planting, irrigation and pesticide applications, while managing equipment and coordinating with labor crews to keep stations running efficiently. The role requires hands-on farming experience, a PAC license (or ability to obtain within 6 months), and strong record-keeping.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on farming experience.
• Must have and maintain a current pesticide applicator's license (PAC) or obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily farming operations including ground prep, planting, irrigation and pesticide applications.
• Record seasonal data related to crops, fertilizer, irrigation and seasonal performance.
• Manage irrigation systems, troubleshoot drip systems and perform repairs as needed.
• Operate spray rigs, calibrate sprayers, and maintain spray records and documentation.
• Work with contract labor crews and supervise them as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance on farm equipment.
• Assist in harvesting, deseeding and post-harvest activities.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Farm Equipment Operation

Irrigation Management

Pesticide Application

Record Keeping

English Speaking

Time Management

Bi-lingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in agriculture or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Crop management software

Job description

Sakata Seed America, Inc. in Woodland, CA is seeking a Farm Technician to support daily farming operations across crops in research and production.

You will assist with ground prep, planting, irrigation and pesticide applications, while managing equipment and coordinating with labor crews to keep stations running efficiently. The role requires hands-on farming experience, a PAC license (or ability to obtain within 6 months), and strong record-keeping.