Trap Checker-Crop Scouting - Sparta, MI area

Hiring Organization: Wilbur-Ellis
Employment type: Full-Time
Job Location: Sparta, MI
Application Due Date: April 15, 2023

Trap Checker Job Description – Sparta, MI

General Purpose and Scope of Position:

Wilbur-Ellis is seeking a trapper for the Sparta region to be responsible for pest trap placement and monitoring/recording pest activity of various crops and pests. The trapper works closely with the support teams and consultants. This is a seasonal position starting May 1-August 18th.

Key Skills and Abilities Include:

Knowledge and/or experience with agricultural operations (preferred)
Requires excellent interpersonal skills between both customers and fellow employees
Ability to repetitively bend, kneel and walk long distances while working in a non-climate-controlled environment and outside in inclement weather
Excellent math skills and the ability to maintain accurate counts
Dependability/reliability. Occasionally may need to work Saturdays
Good interpersonal skills
Willingness and desire to work overtime hours during busy seasons

Key Personal Attributes Include:

Proven leadership ability including ability to build relationships with cross-functional team members including Sales Representatives
Excellent written and verbal and presentation communication skills
Strong time management skills with the ability to set priorities
Skill in creative and critical thinking to achieve goals
Ability to remain detail-oriented with a wide range of responsibilities

Specific Responsibilities and Key Deliverables Include:

Prepare traps for placement in the field
Install traps in fields. Inspect and monitor on a weekly
Maintain data counts of the number of pests trapped on Agverdict
Use GPS technology to map fields
Comply with company safety standards
Opportunity choose and lead a project and present findings
Collaborate with other support teams in Sparta and West Michigan areas
Other duties as assigned

Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive hourly wage (to be determined based on experience and other factors)
Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, Employee Assistance Program, vacation, sick time, life insurance,

+ more); Pension Plan, 401k match up to 3%