Full Time Seasonal Scout I - Vegetables, Berries, Hazelnuts - Woodburn, Or.

Wilbur-Ellis•Woodburn, OR

9h•Onsite

About The Position

An Agriculture Field Scout I is responsible for pest trap placement and monitoring/recording pest activity of various crops and pests. The Field Scout works closely with the field sales team and the operations support team. This role with work mainly in Vegetables, berries and hazelnuts and will be additionally responsible for soil and tissue sampling. THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION

Requirements

A strong 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
Excellent math skills and the ability to maintain accurate counts
Dependable and reliable
Willing to work overtime and occasionally work on Saturdays

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and/or experience with agricultural operations

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, tissue and fruit samples as needed or directed by sales
Scout crops for economic pests and report to the appropriate Sales Representative