Field Scout, Seasonal Summer 2025 (Traverse City/Acme, MI)

Wilbur-Ellis•Home Office, MI

26d•$14 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment. “We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you.” General Purpose and Scope of Position : Wilbur-Ellis is seeking an Agriculture Field Scout responsible for pest trap placement and monitoring/recording pest activity of various crops and pests. The Field Scout works closely with the field sales and the operations support team. This is a seasonal position that will start in the SUMMER OF 2025!

Requirements

A s trong interest in Agriculture, Plant Science, or Horticulture
Intermediate level proficiency with standard software including MS Office Suite
Ability to safely operate a vehicle within state laws and company policies and guidelines

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and/or experience with agricultural operations (preferred)
You have excellent interpersonal skills
You can repetitively bend, kneel , and walk long distances while working in a non- climate-controlled environment and outside in inclement weather
You have e xcellent math skills and the ability to maintain accurate counts
You are d ependab le and reliable
You’re willing to work overtime and o ccasionally work on Saturdays

Responsibilities

Prepare and install traps for placement in the field
Inspect and monitor traps on a weekly basis
Maintain data counts of the number of pests trapped
Use GPS technology to map fields
Comply with company safety standards
Take soil samples as needed or directed by sales
Scout crops for economic pests and report to the appropriate Sales Representative