Autonomous Spray Technician

Wonderful Citrus•Visalia, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Autonomous Technician is responsible for safe monitoring, operation, troubleshooting, and support of autonomous farm orchard sprayers, and related precision agriculture systems. This role ensures equipment performance, field safety, regulatory compliance, and data accuracy while maintaining high operational efficiency. This is a hands-on field position requiring technical aptitude, strong safety awareness, and the ability to respond to real-time system alerts and field conditions. Must be able to work during day or night schedules. Some travel may be required.

Requirements

Bilingual; English/Spanish required
Ability to read and write in English
Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures including converting units of measures
Basic computer skills or the ability to learn them (email, scan reports, basic writing skills)
Mechanical aptitude and comfort with tablets/mobile app
Basic mechanical skills
Strong safety awareness and accountability
Be able to lift 50 lbs. on a continuous basis
Must possess a valid drivers’ license, good driving record
18 Years of age or older

Responsibilities

Monitor and supervise autonomous orchard sprayers and support equipment
Launch and configure field operations using onboard and remote software systems
Set field boundaries, geofencing, and task parameters
Respond to alerts and intervene manually when required
Perform pre- and post-operation inspections
Maintain equipment to meet readiness and operational needs
Identify and resolve basic mechanical or GPS-related issues
Maintain accurate field and equipment logs
Ensure safe interaction between equipment and field crews
Plan, organize, and coordinate activities pertaining to the Pest Control applications, calibration knowledge required
Implement recommended treatment programs to achieve effective, economic control
Work at times up to 7 days a week and between 50-75 hours per week
Communication with Spray and Ranch Supervisors