Wilbur-Ellis - Sparta, WI

posted 6 days ago

- Intern
Sparta, WI
1,001-5,000 employees
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the 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!

Responsibilities

  • Prepare traps for placement in the field
  • Install traps in fields. Inspect and monitor weekly.
  • 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

Requirements

  • College students majoring in Agriculture, Plant Science, or Horticulture preferred
  • Knowledge and/or experience with agricultural operations (preferred)
  • Intermediate level proficiency with standard software, including MS Office Suite
  • Ability to safely operate a vehicle within state laws and company policies and guidelines
  • Requires excellent interpersonal skills between both customers and fellow employees
  • Ability to repetitively bend, kneel, and walk long distances while working in a non-climate controlled environment and outside in inclement weather
  • Excellent math skills and the ability to maintain accurate counts
  • Dependability/reliability. Occasionally may need to work Saturdays.
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Willingness and desire to work overtime hours during the busy season

Nice-to-haves

  • Proven leadership ability, including the ability to build relationships with cross-functional team members, including Product Specialists
  • Excellent written, verbal and presentation communication skills
  • Strong time management skills with the ability to set priorities
  • Skill in creative and critical thinking to achieve goals
  • Ability to remain detail-oriented with a wide range of responsibilities

Benefits

  • Base compensation for this position ranges from $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
  • Skill development and training
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • Tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities
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