Field Technician - Ontario, OR

The J.R. Simplot Company•Ontario, CA

About The Position

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture. Summary This role will partner with experienced Salespeople/Crop Advisors to support the sales effort and service activities and learn the Salesperson/Crop Advisor function. The Field Tech will participate in a personalized training program to develop competencies in selling appropriate product and supplies to industry customers, and to learn support operations through functions such as blending, delivery, equipment setup, and maintenance.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to operate 4-wheel drive and/or ATV vehicles off road or on farm roads
Ability and willingness to obtain Pesticide Consultants License
Ability and willingness to obtain Commercial Driver’s License
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs

Nice To Haves

A farm background (or some experience on a farm) highly preferred
Some knowledge of agriculture preferred
Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative
Highly motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
Proactive in identifying and solving problems
Strong communication and presentation skills and proven ability to work with others to accomplish objectives
Basic computer knowledge and proficiency in MS Office programs
Experience or college courses in Marketing/selling preferred
Combination of education and/or experience will be considered for this position

Responsibilities

Participating in and making sales calls to new and existing customers.
As appropriate for the business: blending, delivery, delivery/transport and setup of equipment, equipment maintenance, inventory management, sales planning, customer data management, etc.
As appropriate for the business: Soil sampling, plant sampling, product testing, product applications, and field scouting in production agriculture areas.
Assisting experienced salespeople/crop advisors with crop care/turf care activities to also include computer input of application tracking, scouting reports, and other spreadsheets as needed.
Participation in educational opportunities as identified and assigned by management.

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