Precision Ag & Field Operations Pro

FS System

Northern (KY)

Hybrid

USD 23,000 - 32,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Fully Funded Pension
401(k) Employer Match
HSA & Employer Contributions
Life Insurance
Disability
Identity Protection

Job summary

Gold Star FS, Inc. in Atkinson, IL, seeks a Precision Agronomy & Operations Specialist to bridge precision agronomy and hands-on fieldwork. You will assist with precision data, sales strategies, customer service, and operate field application equipment.

The role emphasizes GIS, FieldView, FieldAIytics, and Agvance proficiency, plus agronomic data analysis. Travel, CDL/Hazmat, and a valid license are required as duties vary seasonally.

Qualifications

  • Normally requires at least a 2-year college degree in agronomy (or related field) OR 2+ years of sales/marketing/applicator experience demonstrating strong agricultural knowledge.
  • Must possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain a Valid Driver's License with a good driving record, a CDL with Hazmat endorsement, and a Commercial Applicator's License.
  • Must be able to lift a minimum of 70 lbs, travel independently (including overnight stays as needed), and work extended/flexible hours to meet seasonal demands.
  • Proven professional communication, math proficiency (computing rates, ratios, percentages, and application blending metrics), and the ability to work independently or in a team-oriented environment.
  • Willingness to obtain CCA (Certified Crop Adviser) certification (trainings and classes provided by the company).

Responsibilities

  • Learn and become proficient using GIS platforms (FieldAIytics), variable rate placement programs (Climate FieldView), and planning/billing software (Agvance).
  • Manage, maintain, and analyze customer field data (soil, planting, harvest, and inseason applications) to generate seasonal reports.
  • Create Variable Rate Fertilizer recommendations and Variable Rate Planting prescriptions.
  • Utilize target marketing and professional sales techniques, including the FS sales interview roadmap, to assist Crops Specialists in developing territory strategies.
  • Crop Scouting & Customer Service
  • Provide exceptional customer service by utilizing soil testing, crop scouting, and other agronomic programs.
  • Scout customer fields to diagnose issues and recommend tailored herbicide, fungicide, and insecticide applications.
  • Attend trainings, webinars, and schools to maintain expert-level knowledge of precision technology, seed, chemicals, and fertilizers.
  • Operate and maintain field agronomy machines and custom application equipment for maximum throughput and longevity.
  • Assist in scheduling, sorting, organizing, and delivering product and seed orders to patron locations.
  • Mix, blend, and load crop protection products, including creating application blend tickets in Agvance.
  • Deliver Ammonia Tanks to custom applicators and farmer-pulled toolbars; assist in the chemical loading bay and seed treating room.
  • Maintain accurate weekly seed inventory, place seed company signs, and complete weekly activity reports.

Skills

GIS platforms
FieldAIytics
Climate FieldView
Agvance
Customer service
Sales techniques
Data analysis

Education

Two-year college degree in agronomy or related field
2+ years sales/marketing/applicator experience

Tools

GIS software
Agvance software
Climate FieldView software

Job description

Gold Star FS, Inc. in Atkinson, IL, seeks a Precision Agronomy & Operations Specialist to bridge precision agronomy and hands-on fieldwork. You will assist with precision data, sales strategies, customer service, and operate field application equipment.

The role emphasizes GIS, FieldView, FieldAIytics, and Agvance proficiency, plus agronomic data analysis. Travel, CDL/Hazmat, and a valid license are required as duties vary seasonally.

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