What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crop Scout (Seasonal) position at GROWMARK FS Midwest?
Crop Scout (Seasonal) - GROWMARK FS Midwest - Hartley, IA
GROWMARK FS Midwest is headquartered in Manson, Iowa with branches across Northwest Iowa and Southeast South Dakota. GROWMARK FS Midwest employs approximately 120 individuals (including seasonal workers) and serves over 8,500 customers. GROWMARK FS Midwest offers energy, agronomy, agri-finance, precision agriculture, nutrient management, feed, grain, and turf products and services. GROWMARK FS Midwest is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative with annual sales of $8.7 billion (FY 2019 data) providing agronomy, energy, facility planning, and logistics products and services, as well as grain marketing and risk management services throughout North America. Headquartered in Bloomington, Illinois, GROWMARK owns the FS trademark, which is used by affiliated member cooperatives. More information is available at www.growmark.com.”
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 specialist and customers.
Discusses results with both 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, adheres to the uniform policy, and maintains 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
Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof, and posses a basic understanding of production agriculture.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, a satisfactory driving record, and the ability to travel independently as needed.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, a satisfactory driving record, and the ability to travel independently as needed.
Occasionally exposed or required to work in extreme weather conditions. (hot, cold, wet, etc.)
Must be able to walk crop fields and conduct visual inspections of crops.
Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.
We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.
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