About this role
<p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000">The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.</span></span></span></p> <p> </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:18.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Agronomy Technology Technician</span></strong></p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:13.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Department: </span></strong><span style="font-size:13.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Agronomy</span></p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:13.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Reports to: </span></strong><span style="font-size:13.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Agronomy Marketing Manager</span></p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Position Summary</span></strong></p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">The Agronomy Technology Technician is responsible for advancing the use of technology across the agronomy division. This role supports the sales team, agronomy locations, and customers by ensuring precision ag tools, automated systems, and digital platforms are effectively implemented, maintained, and optimized.</span></p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">The ideal candidate combines agronomic knowledge, strong technical/computer skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across a wide range of audiences.</span></p> <div style="margin:0.0in;text-align:center;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif" align="center"><hr align="center" size="2" width="100%"></div> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Key Responsibilities</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px" type="disc"> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Lead and conduct internal and customer-facing meetings related to agronomy technology, product updates, and system capabilities </span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Manage and support automated agronomy systems, including precision agriculture tools, data platforms, and application technologies </span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to hardware, software, and field technology systems </span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Serve as a primary point of contact for agronomy technology support across Ag-Land agronomy locations </span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Train employees and customers on the use of precision ag tools and digital solutions such as MyFS Agronomy </span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Collaborate with agronomy, operations, and sales teams to improve efficiency and service delivery </span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Evaluate and recommend new technologies to enhance agronomic performance and operational effectiveness </span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ensure accurate data collection, integration, and reporting across platforms </span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Maintain strong relationships with technology vendors and service providers </span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Assist with the implementation and rollout of new systems, updates, and upgrades </span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <div style="margin:0.0in;text-align:center;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif" align="center"><hr align="center" size="2" width="100%"></div> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Preferred Skills</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px" type="disc"> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong computer proficiency, including Excel and other software platforms</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience with ag data platforms and automation systems </span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Familiarity with equipment technology and application controllers </span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Knowledge of agronomic practices and crop production </span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong problem-solving mindset with high attention to detail </span></li> </ul> <div style="margin:0.0in;text-align:center;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif" align="center"><hr align="center" size="2" width="100%"></div> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:18.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Requirements</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px" type="disc"> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Technology, Precision Agriculture, or a related field (or equivalent experience) </span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">3+ years of experience in agronomy, precision agriculture, or ag technology support </span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong understanding of precision ag systems, including GPS, variable-rate technology, and data management platforms </span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Proven ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently </span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ability to travel independently within the territory</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons as needed</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ability to obtain and maintain <strong>Certified Crop Advisor (CCA)</strong> and <strong>Commercial Applicator</strong> certifications.</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Physical and environmental requirements:</span></li> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px" type="circle"> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Lift 51–75 lbs.</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Exposure to extreme weather (hot, cold, wet).</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Exposure to noisy, dusty, or chemical environments (with proper safety measures).</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">May be required to work at varying heights.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <div style="margin:0.0in;text-align:center;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif" align="center"><hr align="center" size="2" width="100%"></div> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:18.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Compensation & Benefits</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px" type="disc"> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Salary:</span></strong><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> $50,000 – $70,000 annually, based on experience.</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Company vehicle provided for business use</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Benefits:</span></strong><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> Ag-Land FS, Inc. offers a comprehensive <strong>Total Rewards package</strong>, including:</span></li> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px" type="circle"> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Defined benefit pension plan</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">401(k) retirement plan</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other voluntary benefits</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Health and wellness programs</span></li> </ul> </ul> <div style="text-align:center;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif" align="center"><hr align="center" size="2" width="100%"></div> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p><p><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">We are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well-being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.</span></p> <p><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions. </span></p> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.</span></div>