Field Technician Specialist (Sycamore, GA)
Bayer
- Tifton, GA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- MANAGE STATION LOGISTICS: In conjunction with Station Scientists and Station Manager, organizes and coordinates tillage, planting, harvesting, irrigation, crop rotation and other field maintenance, both short and long-term, associated with research trials conducted on station to insure successful research trails. Order, plan, and prepare all necessary items and needs to ensure station functions are met;
- SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE: Perform work in a safe and compliant manner. Ensure that all personnel are safety trained on equipment and meet Bayer requirements for work. Ensure that the station is compliant with Federal, state, and local rules and regulations;
- EQUIPMENT AND FACILITY MAINTENANCE: Perform, schedule and track equipment maintenance to ensure equipment is in safe, functional working order. Modify or fabricate tools and equipment for station scientists to meet trial objectives. Anticipate long-term physical facility and station needs making proposals for budgeting appropriately for maintenance and modifications. Assist in planning and coordinating capital purchases. Be responsible for monthly facility safety inspection;
- SUPERVISION OF TEMPORARY PERSONNEL: Assists in managing a crew/ team of contract laborers and/or summer associates to accomplish daily agronomic tasks.
- High School Diploma or equivalent;
- Possess a valid driver's license and qualify to drive Bayer company vehicles.
- Minimum of 10 years relative experience in agronomy, agricultural mechanization, or other aspects in agriculture;
- Bachelor's degree or master's degree;
- Experience in Row Crop Production and Vegetable Production;
- Demonstrated ability to work with and manage people;
- Understanding of basic agricultural research principles;
- Understanding and experience in local agronomic practices;
- Understanding of local pesticide regulations and reporting;
- Proficient computer skills especially with MS Office programs;
- Knowledge of agricultural safety rules and regulations;
- Have or be able to obtain a certified applicators license;
- Ability to calculate, calibrate and apply pesticide applications accurately;
- Should also have good organizational skills and ability to set priorities. Will need good interpersonal skills in dealing with external customers and internal personnel.
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Location: United States : Georgia : Tifton || United States : Georgia : Residence Based
Division: Crop Science
Reference Code: 817652
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Email: hrop_usa@bayer.com