Crop Scout Intern - Kinderhook, United States - Prairieland FS

Description

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Performs regular inspections of customer crop fields to monitor crop health and ongoing conditions. Provides inspection reports and customer service in a timely and accurate manner to increase customer satisfaction and maintain the reputation and profitability of the organization.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Drives company vehicle to designated customer crop field locations.
• Inspects fields using Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques and GPS technology to identify weeds, insects, diseases, and other yield-limiting threats.
• Documents and/or photographs all findings, completes inspection reports, and provides reports to agronomy specialists and customers.
• Discusses results with the agronomy specialist and customers to answer additional questions and add value to the service.
• Attends scheduled technical training sessions and meetings.
• Assists with additional agricultural retail operational duties as time allows.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Supports and contributes to total company goals and objectives through collaboration efforts.
• Responsible for operating and maintaining the assigned vehicle according to company standards, adhering to the uniform policy, and maintaining the appropriate professional image.
• Follows GROWMARK's Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health, and Safety, OSHA, and DOT policies and procedures as they apply.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof and possesses a basic understanding of production agriculture.

Functional Competencies

• Must have and maintain a valid driver s license, a satisfactory driving record, and the ability to travel independently as needed.
• Must be able to walk crop fields and conduct visual inspections of crops.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates essential abilities, including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision-making, and skill development.

Other Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Occasionally exposed or required to work in extreme weather conditions. (hot, cold, wet, etc.)

EMPLOYEE MISSION STATEMENT

Prairieland FS, Inc. strives to provide a Total Rewards package that delivers exceptional pay for exceptional performance, recognizes your dedication to our mission, and helps us attract and retain the highest caliber of talent.

We are an equal-opportunity employer.