Field Technician

Amalgamated Sugar Company- Nyssa, OR

Working under the direction of our Weed Scientist, this role is focused on assisting with establishing, managing, and harvesting scientifically rigorous research trials in the field and glasshouse. You will be a part of a team dedicated to contributing new knowledge to sugarbeet growers in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington, enabling them to improve their sugarbeet productivity, profitability, and sustainability. The role is ideally suited to someone who has an eye for detail, enjoys outdoor work, is a team player, and has an inquisitive mind. Research conducted includes agronomy and farming system research trials, as well as the evaluation of new pesticides for the control of diseases, insects, and weeds. Based in Nyssa, OR, this position is with Amalgamated Sugar’s Sugarbeet Research (SBR) Team.

Amalgamated Sugar Company is built on innovation and is a proud leader in the sugar industry and that can only happen with the best people. Qualified candidates need to be dynamic and need to be able to work successfully in a fast paced, fluid environment.

Additional Responsibilites

• Assist with the establishment of field trials and glasshouse experiments, including trial design, field layout, planting, and applying experimental treatments
• Day-to-day management of field trials and experiments including fertility, weed spraying, insect and disease spraying, irrigating, and crop scouting
• Assist with collecting research trial data including evaluation of disease severity and weed counts
• Assist with crop harvesting and data collection at harvest
• Ensure that fieldwork is progressing as planned and that relevant work objectives and deadlines are met
• Maintain accurate records of all fieldwork and trial activities
• Road transport of research and farm equipment (loading, hauling and unloading)
• Ensure all activities are being conducted safely and contribute to improvements in safe work practices
• Operate research and farm equipment, including tractors, planters, sprayers, harvest equipment, etc.
• Basic maintenance and repair of research and farm equipment
• Supervision of seasonal field staff as required

· Skill in the use and maintenance of farm tractors, trailers, spray equipment, and basic farming implements

· Idaho or Oregon State driver’s license

· A current Idaho and Oregon State Pesticide Applicators license – or willingness to obtain both within 6 months of employment

· An Idaho or Oregon State Commercial Class A driver’s license (CDL) – or willingness to obtain one within 6 months of employment

· An eye for detail and the ability to strictly adhere to research protocols and methodologies

· Well-organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks/projects effectively

· Must be able to work independently without constant instruction, or to build one’s schedule

· A commitment to workplace safety including a proactive approach to safe work practices and hazard reporting

· Must enjoy field work or working outside in very hot or cold conditions

· Able to travel out of town for work, including occasional overnight stays

· The ability to work under pressure at times while maintaining an even temperament

· Personal integrity and a desire to produce high-quality work

· Foster an environment that encourages teamwork and collaboration, both internally and externally

Qualifications

• An associate degree with an emphasis in agronomy, soil, or plant science, or a closely related field is required
• Experience with farm equipment is required
• The ability to obtain and maintain a CDL and ID/OR pesticide applicator license is required
• Preferred 2-4 years of work-related experience
• OR any equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

Amalgamated Sugar Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer