Shadehouse Technician - IPM

Corteva Agriscience™ has an opportunity to join our team as a Shadehouse Technician for Integrated Pest Management (IPM). The Technician performs day-to-day tasks managing pests and plant health to ensure a successful crop of high-quality seeds. Candidates must be comfortable using computers and mobile devices as well as working outdoors. We are looking for motivated individuals with a collaborative attitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality. This full-time position includes an excellent benefits package that begins on your first day of employment: paid vacation, paid sick-leave, paid family-leave, 401(k), medical and dental insurance, and much more! Sign-on bonus: $500.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Monitor plant health, scouting for pests and disease.

• Prepare and apply crop-protection products according to the label.

• Operate small machinery (e.g. weedwhacker, small mowers, backpack sprayers, blowers, etc.).

• Perform all work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with experiment instructions, research protocols, company policies, and regulations.

• Help produce and use maps, labels, envelopes, and tags.

• Communicate regularly and openly with the team and supervisor.

• Participate in protocol development and process improvement programs (safety, efficiency, effectiveness).

• Support all center-wide goals and initiatives. Interact and assist other projects at the location as needed.

• May be asked to supervise contingent workers or serve as a crew lead for full-time staff.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

• High School diploma

• Ability to do work independently and problem solve.

• Willing and able to serve as a pesticide handler.

• Ability to obtain certification for the use of full-face mask or other respiratory protection equipment.

• Willing and able to lift, push, or carry up to 50 lbs of weight

• Willing and able to complete repetitive motions with wrists, hands, and arms; stand and walk for prolonged periods; stoop, bend, kneel, or crouch, with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Willing and able to work in warm conditions and in variable environments.

• Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Ability to read and communicate in English and work in a team of diverse cultural backgrounds and languages.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle with a trailer.

• May be required to work on weekends, various locations on the westside of Kaua’i, holidays, and overtime when needed.

• Able to work a 40 hour-per-week schedule, starting as early 4 AM or ending as late as 8 PM, depending on conditions.

• Agricultural or horticultural experience

• Ability to operate forklift

Benefits – How We’ll Support You:

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills

• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place

• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment

• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays

• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father

• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

• Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits

• Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life

Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.

Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.