Agricultural Assistant / Field & Retail Support Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title:
Agricultural Assistant / Field & Retail Support Technician

Reports To:
Lead Agriculture Specialist

Job Summary:
The Agricultural Assistant provides direct support to the Lead Agriculture Specialist in all aspects of crop, pasture, and land management operations, while also playing a key role in the retail side of the business. This position is a mix of fieldwork, equipment operation, and in-store customer service, assisting walk-in customers — often farmers and ranchers — with product selection, questions, and order fulfillment. The role requires strong agricultural knowledge, people skills, and a willingness to shift between field and retail duties as needed.

Field Support Duties:

• Assist the Lead Agriculture Specialist with planning and executing agricultural applications, including fertilizers, herbicides, and other crop inputs.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain spraying and spreading equipment under supervision.
• Help prepare and mix products according to application requirements and safety standards.
• Assist in scouting fields, pastures, and rangeland for weeds, pests, and overall plant health.
• Record application details, weather conditions, and other relevant data for compliance and reporting purposes.
• Support the setup, cleaning, and safe operation of all agricultural machinery and equipment.
• Load, unload, and organize products and materials for scheduled jobs.

Retail & Customer Service Duties:

• Assist customers in the retail store, with a focus on farmers, ranchers, and landowners.
• Provide knowledgeable recommendations on agricultural products, equipment, and services.
• Prepare and stage orders for pickup and delivery.
• Keep the retail area clean, stocked, and organized.
• Communicate with customers professionally to answer questions and relay information to the Lead Agriculture Specialist or other staff.
• Process sales transactions when needed.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; agricultural coursework or experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; CDL preferred but not required.
• Basic understanding of agricultural practices, herbicides, fertilizers, and crop health preferred (will train the right candidate).
• Customer service experience, especially in agricultural or farm/ranch retail, preferred.
• Ability to operate and maintain agricultural equipment safely.
• Strong attention to detail with good record-keeping skills.
• Physically able to lift 75+ lbs and work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Willingness to obtain necessary certifications (e.g., pesticide applicator license) within company-required timeframe.

Skills & Competencies:

• Mechanical aptitude for equipment troubleshooting.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Ability to handle both hands-on fieldwork and customer-facing retail tasks.
• Comfort working with farmers, ranchers, and agricultural professionals.

Work Environment:

• Field and shop-based work, plus retail store customer service.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, noise, and agricultural chemicals.
• Seasonal variations in hours and workload.

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