Precision Agriculture Field Specialist

GROWMARK, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairieland FS, Inc. is seeking an Application Specialist to deliver and precisely apply crop protection products in the field. You will communicate sales leads and maintain detailed application records to meet regulatory requirements.

The role requires strong agronomy knowledge and a commitment to safety and accuracy. Under the supervision of the Location Manager/Crop Specialist, you will calibrate equipment, maintain vehicles and sprayers, and support inventory management while routinely

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional training or certification in agronomy or agriculture is a plus.
• Experience in agricultural application or a related field is preferred; experience in agronomy or precision agriculture is a plus.
• Strong understanding of crop protection input products, agronomy practices, and equipment operation is preferred.
• Familiarity with GPS and precision agriculture technology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Mixes products and applies crop production inputs to fields and growing crops according to recommended rates, procedures, and pesticide labels.
• Maintain, repair, and rebuild company facilities and rolling stock as needed while safely operating and maintaining various agricultural application equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment to ensure it operates efficiently and reliably throughout the season.
• Regularly calibrate equipment to ensure accurate crop application rates, adjusting settings based on product requirements and field conditions.
• Maintain detailed records of crop applications, including product types, rates, locations, and weather conditions, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Delivers products to customers according to company standards, increasing potential sales, and accurately applies agricultural crop production input products to fields using specialized equipment, following crop application guidelines and regulations.
• Responsible for inventory management and submitting crop application records daily, ensuring all products are accounted for with an invoice or delivery ticket.
• Set up equipment for material handling, blending, storage, transport, and product application.
• Assess field conditions, including soil type, weather, and crop stage, to determine the optimal timing and method of crop application.
• Follow all safety protocols and best practices to protect yourself, co-workers, and the environment during the crop application process.
• Stay updated on the latest agronomy practices, product advancements, and equipment technologies through ongoing training and development.
• Scout fields as required, following company scouting procedures, and report findings to the Location Manager and Crop Specialist for identification and recommendations.
• Collect soil samples following proper procedures and record the sample information for accurate identification and analysis.
• Reports sales leads to the Location Manager and Crop Specialist.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Customer service

Integrity

Education

High school diploma

Agronomy certification (plus)

Tools

GPS technology

Job description

Prairieland FS, Inc. is seeking an Application Specialist to deliver and precisely apply crop protection products in the field. You will communicate sales leads and maintain detailed application records to meet regulatory requirements.

The role requires strong agronomy knowledge and a commitment to safety and accuracy. Under the supervision of the Location Manager/Crop Specialist, you will calibrate equipment, maintain vehicles and sprayers, and support inventory management while routinely