Pest Control Advisor

The Wonderful Company•Lost Hills, CA

6d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

A Pest Control Advisor (PCA) is responsible for building and maintaining nutrient and crop protection programs for our crops. The PCA will coordinate with farming teams to implement and execute crop protection and nutrient programs, working with pistachios, almonds, and pomegranates. This role involves monitoring orchards for various issues, making recommendations, tracking material applications, ordering supplies, and forecasting for future crop years.

Requirements

Possess the educational and/or experience requirements to obtain a PCA license.
1-year minimum working in an agricultural environment.
Experience using Global Positioning Systems (GPS).
Thorough understanding of farming and ag spray equipment.
Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook.
Competent in utilizing software-based farming management systems.
Proficient computer/technology skills necessary for the role.
Ability to plan, lay out, and supervise the work of supervisors and crew leaders in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.
Stay up to date with new pest control information to improve the company’s operations.
Valid California Driver’s License and have a satisfactory driving record.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
Qualified Applicator License (preferred).
CCA (preferred).
CNMP (preferred).

Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze orchards for insects, weeds, nutrition deficiencies, and disease identification.
Assist various farming departments with written recommendations and schedules for crop protection using software applications.
Coordinate the timing and type of nutrients and crop protection materials to apply on the orchards.
Track and record the quantities of nutrients and crop protection materials applied to the orchards.
Order materials and communicate with the Procurement department to ensure appropriate quantities are ordered and delivered on time.
Forecast and budget for future crop years.
Consistently monitor field conditions including weed pressure, insect pressure, and crop phenology.
Attend weekly ranch meetings to report PCA updates and stay informed of updates from other departments.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.