Field Services III - Colusa, CA

Wilbur-Ellis; Colusa (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

Health, dental, vision

Retirement plans

Job summary

Wilbur-Ellis, a century-old family-owned leader in agriculture, is seeking a Field Services Technician III in California. You will set up, calibrate, transport, and maintain agricultural equipment for branch and customer use, ensuring safe operations while building strong grower and team relationships.

Requirements include 3+ years of experience, a valid Class A CDL with Hazmat, and the ability to operate forklifts and other handling equipment. Overtime may be required during peak seasons.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience and at least 18 years old.
• CDL Class A with Hazmat endorsement required.
• Forklift certification provided on the job, willingness to operate pallet jacks and other material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, calibrate, transport, and operate agricultural equipment safely in customers’ fields.
• Perform routine maintenance and safety checks on trucks, tractors, tanks, and ag equipment.
• Move and install fertilizer tanks using proper PPE and safety protocols.
• Maintain a clean, organized facility and comply with standards.
• Respond to customer questions and elevate issues to management as needed.
• Represent Wilbur-Ellis professionally and build relationships with growers and team members.

Skills

Safety-minded

Physical stamina

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL Class A with Hazmat endorsement

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jacks

Order pickers

Material handling equipment

Job description

Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag – and grow with us!Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

Role Overview

A Field Services Technician III plays a key role in the set-up, calibration, transportation, and maintenance of agricultural equipment for both branch and customer use. You’ll ensure safe, efficient operations while maintaining strong working relationships with growers and team members in the field and at the branch.

A Sample of What You’ll Do in this Role

• Set up, calibrate, transport, and operate agricultural equipment safely in customers’ fields.
• Perform routine maintenance and safety checks on trucks, tractors, tanks, and ag equipment.
• Move and install fertilizer tanks using proper materials, personal protective equipment (PPE), and safety protocols.
• Maintain a clean, organized facility and comply with all company and legal operating standards.
• Respond to customer questions and elevate issues to management as needed.
• Represent Wilbur-Ellis professionally and build strong relationships with growers and team members.

What You Bring to the Role

• 3+ years of experience and at least 18 years old
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record required
• Forklift experience (certification provided on the job) and willingness to operate pallet jacks, order pickers, and other material handling equipment
• Mechanical aptitude, including basic knowledge of fabrication (e.g. welding) techniques and machine calibration
• Physical ability to repetitively bend and lift 50 lbs.
• Willingness and desire to work overtime during busy seasons
• Class A CDL w/Hazmat endorsement required
• High school diploma or equivalent

Your Digital & Technology Capabilities

• Comfortable using mobile devices, digital equipment interfaces, and technology tools to support equipment setup, calibration, maintenance, and field operations
• Willingness to learn and adopt new technologies, including AI-powered tools, automation solutions, and digital workflows that improve safety, efficiency, and service quality
• Ability to accurately enter, review, and use operational data to support equipment performance, maintenance activities, and informed decision-making

What Makes You a Great Fit

You enjoy hands-on, physical work and take pride in operating and maintaining equipment safely and efficiently

You’re dependable and flexible

You are mechanically inclined with a problem-solving mindset

You communicate clearly and professionally with both coworkers and customers

Compensation and Benefits

The base compensation for this position ranges from $26.01 to $34.67 per hour.

Please note that wages may vary depending on skills and experience.

• This position is eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits.

Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: https://mywebenefits.com/

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer

Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific.

Wilbur-Ellis is for and about people

Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other.

Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry’s best workforce

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