What are the responsibilities and job description for the Agricultural Systems Specialist position at Peri & Sons Farms?
Peri & Sons Farms is seeking applications for a full-time AGRICULTURAL SYSTEMS SPECIALIST in Yerington, Nevada, working with our Farm Systems team.
Position Summary:
This position is a great launch into an agricultural career. Because it touches almost all areas of the business, the incumbent in this job will learn a variety of responsibilities and functions within the organization. This position spends a significant amount of time with the outdoor operational crews as well as maintaining supporting systems. This position is ideal for the curious individual who wants to learn and grow with a great company that values and supports its employees.
This position is responsible for ensuring the functionality and efficiency of systems in order to support business and agricultural needs. Some of the job functions include:
- Install, troubleshoot, and maintain GPS tracking, ELD tablets, and fuel card systems.
- Set up and maintain radios, devices, and payroll tracking systems to support the field and business operations.
- Oversee telematics for accurate vehicle and equipment monitoring.
- Assist with training for foremen.
- Create PTI, shed, and harvest labels, ensuring data accuracy for sales and production.
- Participate in an on-call rotation and provide technical after-hours troubleshooting as needed.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid Driver’s License
- Ability to speak, read, and write in English, bi-lingual in Spanish required
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
This role requires regular standing, walking, sitting, manual dexterity, and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds. Some local travel is required to run errands to fields or other company locations as needed. Primary work occurs in an office with low physical risk.
Compensation:
Starting base salary will be competitive and will depend on the candidate’s qualifications. Eligibility for discretionary profit-sharing bonuses after 1 year. Information regarding the benefits package is available on our careers webpage: https://periandsons.com/join-our-team.
How to Apply:
Candidates may apply online from our careers webpage or by emailing a cover letter and resume to employment@periandsons.com. Hard copy applications are also available at 102 McLeod St., Yerington, NV. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations are encouraged to contact the company’s Human Resources Department at humanresources@periandsons.com or 775-463-9904.
Peri & Sons Farms is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
