YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of this role, Seed Technician, are to:

• Follow and support all site safety rules and regulations, including performing safety inspections and training to ensure a safe working environment;
• Assist with all aspects of the team including but not limited to: field crew supervision/training/scheduling, planting, netting, equipment calibration, regulatory compliance, GPS RTK – setup, utilization, and maintenance;
• Operate and maintain vehicles and agricultural equipment such as tractors and farm implements that are required for the job;
• Assist with training operators;
• Operate tractor and planter, including Redwing revolver cassette planter, setup, troubleshoot;
• Ensure successful and accurate placement of seed in the ground;
• Troubleshoot problems and perform basic mechanical, electrical and preventative maintenance on field equipment;
• Document accurate records of all agronomic activities associated to each field and farm using farm management software;
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft applications such as Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint;
• Assist in other projects and perform other duties as required.
   

WHO YOU ARE

Your success will be driven by your demonstration of our LIFE values.  More specifically related to this position, Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Proficient operation of computers and mobile devices;
• Ability to work without direct supervision in a diverse team environment;
• Ability to balance and prioritize tasks during peak seasons, along with working extended hours as needed;
• Experience in farm equipment operation;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Valid driver’s license;
• Ability to lift up to 60Ibs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree;
• Strong foresight, planning, prioritization and organization skills;
• Broad knowledge of crop production and farming practices as well as farm equipment operation and repair;
• Experience with GIS, GPS and other advanced agronomic technologies;
• Demonstrated record of process improvements and innovation;
• Precision planting experience;
• Strong safety culture.