Ag Tech

Florida Crystals / ASR Group•South Bay, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the execution of all necessary safety policies and agricultural activities such as but not limited to land application of soil amendments, land preparation, seed quality, planting, crop and pest scouting, cultivation, water management, rotation/alternative crops. These activities must be production and cost goal oriented.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
A valid driver’s license is required.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two 2 years of previous agricultural experience
Commercial driver’s license preferred
Ability to obtain a Pilot Escort License
Restricted Use Pesticide License (RUP)
Basic Knowledge of Precision Agriculture
Bilingual Preferred (Spanish)

Responsibilities

Comply with and enforce Florida Crystals Corporation’s Environmental Health and Safety Policy (EHS). Must understand and adhere to all Florida Crystals Corporation’s policies and procedures
Attend departmental and safety meetings as scheduled, along with implementation of action items approved
Execute and/or coordinate the application of soil amendments, land preparation, in field planting inspections, seed cut and transport, fertilization, crop and pest scouting, agro-chemical applications, cultivation, water management (pump operation, staff gauge readings, etc.), supervise the harvesting
Keep and report farm and equipment records
Execute the crop rotation plan and coordinate with alternative crop management
Communicates daily work schedules to team members
Supervise availability of farm equipment, connect/disconnect implements, and coordinate repairs with the shop
Assists the Farm Manager with cost control, ensure expenses are maintained within budget and recommends practices to lower costs
Maintain consistent communication with Farm Manager, coach team members and provide feedback to all levels
Maintain professional and courteous relationships with all departments within the company
Communicate Human Resource’s policies and procedures to team members; support Florida Crystals Corporation’s Standards of Conduct/Work Rules Policy
All other duties as directed by management representatives