Soil Sampler

Heartland Soil Services

Full Time Field Technician (Soil Sampler)

Location: Sioux Falls, SD (within ~250 miles of)
Position Type: Full Time

VISION

Support Heartland Soil Services’ mission to deliver accurate, high-quality soil data by executing efficient, reliable field sampling operations across our service regions.

CORE OBJECTIVE

Collect precise soil samples across assigned acres while operating independently, communicating proactively, and maintaining a high standard of execution in the field.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform soil sampling using company-defined processes and standards
• Operate ATV/4-wheeler safely across varying terrain and field conditions
• Use iPads and software for mapping, logging, and data collection
• Travel throughout assigned region and occasionally outside the region
• Complete multi-day projects requiring overnight stays
• Communicate daily progress, challenges, and updates proactively
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and timely completion of all sampling work

EXPECTATIONS

• Accurate, consistent soil data collection across all assigned acres
• Strong, proactive communication from the field
• Reliable execution with minimal supervision
• High productivity and efficiency in varying conditions
• Ownership mindset with strong work ethic and accountability

REQUIREMENTS

• Willingness to travel extensively, including:
• Overnight stays
• Frequent out-of-state work
• Ability to work long hours outdoors in all weather conditions
• Comfortable working alone for extended periods
• Tech-savvy (iPads, mapping tools, software systems)
• Strong communication skills and self-motivation

EQUIPMENT & VEHICLE POLICY

• Full Time positions are provided a company pickup and side by side for sampling duties. Employee's can opt in to provide their own ATV and receive an equipment bonus.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Comfortable with a travel-heavy role and time away from home
• Enjoys independent, outdoor work
• Motivated by performance-based compensation

SCHEDULE & WORKLOAD

• Primarily weekday work (target: 5 days/week)
• Some weekends required during peak workload periods

COMPENSATION

• Base hourly rate (discussed upon inquiry)
• Performance incentive: Acre-based bonus structure
• Higher productivity = higher earnings

REALITY CHECK

This role involves significant travel and time away from home.
Multi-day trips, overnight stays, and long hours in the field are a core part of the job.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit:

• Name and contact information
• Current work situation
• Equipment availability (ATV)

Pay: $50,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

Application Question(s):

• Do you have your own ATV/SXS or ability to purchase one?

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Drivers License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Sioux Falls, SD (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)

Work Location: Remote

Salary : $50,000 - $100,000