Agriculture Drone Field Technician - (Salinas, CA)

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Job Title: Agriculture Drone Field Technician - (Salinas, CA)
Location: Salinas (Soilserv), CA, USA

Company: Wilbur-Ellis Company
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Technician
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag - and grow with us!

Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

"We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply - we'd love to hear from you."

If you are passionate about drone technology and agriculture, with a commitment to safety and precision, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to the future of precision farming in California.

General Purpose and Scope of Position:

We are seeking a Drone Field Technician to act as a Visual Observer (VO) for Agricultural Drone Applications and Chemical Handler with potential career advancement opportunities.

Key Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge and/or experience with agricultural operations (preferred)
Knowledge of drone technology and piloting skills is a plus.
Requires excellent interpersonal skills between both customers and fellow employees.
Willingness to wear personal protective equipment and operate chemical mixing equipment.
Ability to repetitively bend and lift boxes and bags up to 80 lbs.
Clean driving record and ability to safely hook up, tow, and back-up trailers.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, overnight shifts, and occasional weekends.
Willingness to work extended hours and overtime during peak seasons.
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) strongly preferred.

Key Personal Attributes:

Should demonstrate flexibility, a can-do mindset, and the ability to multitask in a dynamic work environment.
Able to work and contribute to a team approach with a positive attitude and outlook
Present a professional image to our customers through your appearance and the overall cleanliness of our branch.
Strong mathematical skills are required for mixing and accurately figuring loads.
High School Diploma or equivalent.

Specific Responsibilities and Key Deliverables:

The loader calculates product and carrier quantities accurately, ensuring precise load amounts.
Traveling to outlying areas to support aerial applications.
Loading drones with chemical material and operating mixing equipment
Working closely with the maintenance crew and pilots.
Perform vehicle safety inspections.
Meet and complete all WECO regulatory safety requirements
Attend product training sessions and meetings when necessary
Help maintain shop cleanliness
Notify the UAS Manager immediately if products spill
All other duties as assigned.

Compensation and Benefits:

In compliance with all states and cities that require transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $24.17 - $32.92 per hour. Compensation includes competitive hourly wages. Wages may vary based on location, skills, and experience. This position is also eligible for vacation and sick time, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits. Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: https://bit.ly/3S8aDCj

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer

Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific.

Wilbur-Ellis is for and about people

Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other.

Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry's best workforce

Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

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Job Post Date: 05/19/25