The Wonderful Company Mcfarland , CA 93250
Posted 3 weeks ago
Company Description
With approximately 100,000 planted acres in California's San Joaquin Valley, Wonderful Orchards is the world's largest grower of almonds, pistachios and pomegranates. Wonderful Orchards is a part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $5 billion global company dedicated to harvesting health and happiness around the world through its iconic consumer brands which include Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, POM Wonderful, FIJI Water, Teleflora, and JUSTIN Wine.
Job Description
Wonderful Orchards is looking for a temporary Nursery Scout. The nursery scout works with the Pest Control Department and pest control adviser(s) (PCAs). The primary duties are to scout the nursery and provide information from the field to the PCA(s). This information is crucial to the PCA(s) in forming written recommendations for crop protection and nutrient programs.
Functions include but are not limited to the following. Must be able to move freely between tasks depending on workload, season, etc.
Monitor and analyze nursery stock for insects, weeds, nutrition deficiencies, and disease identification.
Complete daily scout reports.
Inform PCA(s) and field management teams of any problems or irregularities in the fields being monitored.
Assist on research projects as requested.
Gain familiarity with the life stages of crops and the entire farming operation.
Monitor effectiveness of control measures used.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Any related combination of training and experience in agriculture
High school degree or GED preferred, but not required.
SPECIFIC KNOWELDGE AND SKILLS
Consistent attendance and reliability
Verbal and written communication skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask.
Active problem-solver and results-oriented
Exhibit safety conscious behavior for self and others
Consistent, accurate quality and quantity of completed work.
Strong grasp on how to observe for typical damage symptoms that are caused by pests and pesticides.
Knowledge of insect, mite, and weed identification.
Knowledge of agricultural chemicals
Understanding of crop requirements and production practices
Ability to organize, write and file field data.
Basic computer/technology skills
Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
Valid California Driver's License and have a satisfactory driving record.
Pay Range: $18.25/hour - $18.75/hour. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.
Additional Information
Why chose Wonderful?
Wonderful Nurseries and Wonderful Orchards are part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $5 billion company, which also has other No. 1 brands such as Wonderful Pistachios, FIJI Water, Wonderful Halos, JUSTIN Wine, and Teleflora. To learn more about The Wonderful Company, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit www.wonderful.com/csr.
Wonderful Orchards and The Wonderful Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.
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