Farming Rotational Program (Edinburg, TX)

Wonderful Citrus•Weslaco, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Wonderful Citrus’s Farming Rotational Program is a one-year program based in Edinburg, Texas, offering hands-on experience across multiple Farming departments. It is designed to provide a broad understanding of agricultural operations and develop the skills and knowledge needed for a supervisory career in agriculture. Full-time employment may be available after completion, based on business needs. Participants rotate through Farming division areas, including nursery operations, shops, pest control, spray operations, and general cultural farming. They help supervise, plan, organize, and coordinate citrus production activities in assigned geographic areas, and oversee day-to-day ranch operations. The position also involves directing and developing employees, coordinating irrigation functions, and supervising full-time and seasonal employees.

Requirements

Two to three years of experience in outdoor work or agricultural operations.
Availability to begin full-time employment in November 2026 or later.
Computer literacy.
Demonstrated ability to build trust through truth, integrity, and accountability, and to inspire and motivate others.
Ability to adjust to new situations and environments, remain resilient, and learn from challenging situations.
Ability to partner and collaborate across the organization and demonstrate inclusivity.
Respect for the well-being and individuality of others, with a focus on personal and employee development.
Ability to deliver results with an entrepreneurial, bold, nimble, innovative, and efficient approach.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree in agriculture or a related field is preferred but not required.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills are desired.

Responsibilities

Rotate through areas of the Farming division, including nursery operations, shops, pest control, spray operations, and general cultural farming.
Help supervise, plan, organize, and coordinate citrus production activities in assigned geographic areas.
Supervise day-to-day operations involving fertility, pest control, weed control, irrigation, pruning, frost protection, and other ranch projects.
Provide direction, leadership, training, and guidance to the labor force and collaborate with other departments to promote teamwork and a productive work atmosphere.
Schedule, coordinate, supervise, and monitor irrigation functions by implementing irrigation schedules.
Supervise full-time employees year-round and up to 60 seasonal employees.