Field Services III - Colusa, CA

Wilbur-Ellis•Colusa, CA

9d•$26 - $35

About The Position

A Field Services Technician III plays a key role in setting up, calibrating, transporting, and maintaining agricultural equipment for branch and customer use. The role supports safe, efficient operations and involves maintaining strong working relationships with growers and team members in the field and at the branch. The technician performs hands-on equipment work, routine maintenance and safety checks, and fertilizer tank installation, while maintaining an organized facility and meeting company and legal operating standards. The position also involves responding to customer questions and escalating issues to management as needed. The position requires comfort with mobile devices, digital equipment interfaces, and technology tools used in equipment setup, calibration, maintenance, and field operations. The technician must be willing to learn and adopt new technologies, including AI-powered tools, automation solutions, and digital workflows, and accurately enter, review, and use operational data. Wilbur-Ellis describes itself as a 100-year-old, family-owned agricultural industry leader that invests in employee development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, internal promotion, and a supportive, people-first work environment.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Forklift experience; certification is provided on the job.
Willingness to operate pallet jacks, order pickers, and other material handling equipment.
Mechanical aptitude, including basic knowledge of fabrication techniques such as welding and machine calibration.
Physical ability to repetitively bend and lift 50 lbs.
Willingness and desire to work overtime during busy seasons.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Comfort using mobile devices, digital equipment interfaces, and technology tools.
Willingness to learn and adopt new technologies, including AI-powered tools, automation solutions, and digital workflows.
Ability to accurately enter, review, and use operational data.

Nice To Haves

Class A CDL is preferred but not required.
Dependability and flexibility.
Enjoyment of hands-on, physical work and pride in operating and maintaining equipment safely and efficiently.
A problem-solving mindset and mechanical inclination.
Clear, professional communication with coworkers and customers.

Responsibilities

Set up, calibrate, transport, and safely operate agricultural equipment in customers’ fields.
Perform routine maintenance and safety checks on trucks, tractors, tanks, and agricultural equipment.
Move and install fertilizer tanks using appropriate materials, personal protective equipment, and safety protocols.
Maintain a clean, organized facility and comply with company and legal operating standards.
Respond to customer questions and escalate issues to management as needed.
Represent Wilbur-Ellis professionally and build strong relationships with growers and team members.
Use mobile devices, digital equipment interfaces, and technology tools to support equipment setup, calibration, maintenance, and field operations.
Enter, review, and use operational data to support equipment performance, maintenance activities, and informed decision-making.