RTK Precision Technology Specialist - AgVantage FS - Mechanicsville, IA

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Company:
AgVantage FS

State: IA

AgVantage FS is headquartered in Waverly, Iowa with branches in Northern and Eastern Iowa. AgVantage FS has about 400 employees (including seasonal workers) and approximately 23,000 customers. The cooperative does business in agronomy, energy, precision agronomy, and agri-finance. AgVantage FS is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.

Perform RTK GPS boundary mapping, prepares machine setup files for FS equipment, works closely with Data Management Specialist and Operations personnel, provide technical support to FS agronomy locations.

Develops RTK mapping strategy and performs RTK GPS mapping functions

Utilizes UTV to gather RTK data, developing field boundaries and analytics

Document location information to maintain accuracy, returns information to designated company location equipment for application

Serves as the information link between Data Management Specialist and Agronomy Operations and serves as a contact person on all matters relating to precision farming

Responsible for the transferring and updating of field information between all mapping platforms (example Agvance Sky Mapping, MyJD Ops Center)

Create precision setup data files and import into location machines

Drives company vehicle, with trailer in tow, to designated customer crop field locations

Assist in training, troubleshooting, and provide technical support to FS agronomy operations personnel

Attends/participates in scheduled technical training sessions and meetings

Performs crop scouting duties for producer acres based on workload or seasonal demands

Assists with soil sampling

Maintain knowledge of current and new technology in Precision Farming

Attends all meetings, trainings and seminars as assigned

Assist DVS Team with special projects

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Normally requires an associate degree in an agriculture or the equivalent thereof, and 1-2 years or more of related work experience in GIS/GPS to demonstrate knowledge of precision technology.

Ability to work extended hours as business conditions warrant

• Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)
• Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures
• May be required to work at varying heights
• Lift 21-50 lbs.

Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.

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.

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.

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Our benefits packages are designed to support every aspect of our employees’ well-being—from health plans to life insurance, robust retirement plans, and more. We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future.

Offerings may include, but are not limited to:

• Fully Funded Pension*
• 401(k) & Employer Match
• HSA & Employer Contributions
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Identity Protection

* The pension plan is subject to individual company participation. Those who do not participate in the pension plan enjoy a higher 401(k) employer match.

** Some benefits are subject to the hiring company.

• RRSP
• Life Insurance
• Disability

* Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type

Nearest Major Market: Cedar Rapids
Nearest Secondary Market: Iowa City
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