Field Checker - Temporary

The Field Checker is responsible for scouting fields for insects, diseases and weed pressure. This position also performs leaf and soil sampling of fields and assists the sales team in promoting products to help each team member increase their number of growers and expand their market share.

WHAT YOUR DAY WILL LOOK LIKE

• Obtains soil and leaf samples for the sales team.
• Checks all crops for insects, diseases and weeds.
• Maintains insect traps and monitors them on a timely schedule.
• Records and files daily reports on all crops.
• Inputs records and reports into the computer system to monitor results.
• Makes small deliveries.
• Maintains company vehicle.
• Provides excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
• Other work-related duties as assigned by leader.
• Reliable and regular attendance is required.
• Follows all company policies and procedures.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office are required.
• Agricultural background is preferred.
• Valid U.S. driver's license is required to drive a company vehicle.
• Applicants for positions requiring operation of a moving vehicle or interaction with heavy equipment must meet the legal age requirement.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English is required
• Communicating in Spanish is a valuable skill at Helena.

Successful completion of a drug test and background check is required for all positions at Helena.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE JOB

At Helena, safety is our highest priority. We seek out extensive safety measures and put them in place to minimize exposure to anything that could be potentially harmful to our employees.

The work environment for this position will be in an office setting and outdoors in all types of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements. When working outdoors and possibly around moving equipment/mechanical parts, you may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, chemical and biological hazards, vibrations and a risk of electrical shock.

This position requires you to use your hands for many different tasks and to talk, hear, walk, stand sit, stand (8 hours a day or more), lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling (up to and including 50lbs or more), reaching overhead (up to and including 25lbs), climbing, gripping, grasping and twisting using hands and wrists, bending and stooping for long periods of time, working below knee levels for short periods of time and working above shoulder level for short periods.

• Temporary employees are eligible to participate in Helena's 401(k) Savings Plan. Helena matches 100% of employee's contributions based on the employee's contribution rate and years of service with Helena.

• 3 year vesting on company match with 1,000 hours of service.

Helena supports individuals with disabilities, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Helena is an equal opportunity employer.