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Corteva Agriscience Field Equipment Specialist in Janesville, Wisconsin
Description
Grow what's next. Grow your future.
For more than 90 years, our flagship seed brand, Pioneer® is a globally recognized leader in the agriculture industry. Innovation and quality seed products start with the dedicated teams at our field research centers who are experts in their field of study.
As a Field Equipment Specialist, you will be a key contributor for a variety of activities at the Janesville Research Center. You will play a key role in supporting all projects at the research center mainly through leading field operations.
Responsibilities - What You'll Do:
Operate agricultural research equipment. This includes tractors, planters, sprayers, forklifts, and research combines
Perform general maintenance activities on a variety of agricultural equipment
Validate that equipment is functioning properly and troubleshoot issues
Provide support to the local group of operators
Scout fields for weeds or other issues and apply necessary treatments
During critical times, like planting, pollinating and harvest; weekend work and overtime will be required for the success of the research program.
Effectively communicate with growers, coworkers, key customers and management
May manage and direct the work of temporary and seasonal employees
Contribute to maintaining a safe and respectful work environment
Provide support for other research and safety projects as assigned
Qualifications
What Skills You Need:
Bachelor's degree in agriculture or scientific field preferred. Experience in agronomy, Biology, Plant Breeding or a scientific-related field. Ability to operate agricultural research equipment including tractors, planters, sprayers, forklifts, and research combines
Technologically Savvy: Competency with standard Microsoft Office programs and capacity to learn new technologies and software.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work well with diverse groups of people.
Results Driven: Self-motivated and ability to initiate projects, improvements, decisions, and problem solving. Detail-oriented, strong time management and organizational skills.
Safety Oriented: Commitment to excellent safety and risk management practices
Physical Requirements: Will be required to do physical lifting and work outdoors and in varying ergonomic environments. Must be capable of lifting 50 pounds.
Willing and able to work a flexible schedule including shift work and overtime hours including weekend work required during seasonal peaks
Additional hours and weekends during seasonal peak periods
Driver's License, acceptable driving record, and possible ability to obtain CMV
Ability to obtain a private pesticide applicators license
VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.
Benefits - How We'll Support You:
Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays
Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father
Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program
Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits (https://careers.corteva.com/2024-us-benefits-guide)
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Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.
Corteva Agriscience™ is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit:
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