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RTK Precision Technology Specialist - AgVantage FS - Mechanicsville, IA (Mechanicsville, IA, US, 52306)

@ GROWMARK
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Mechanicsville, Iowa, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Develops mapping, Gathers data, Updates data
Requirements Summary:Assist with RTK GPS mapping, data management, and technical support for precision farming; operate vehicles and equipment; travel to customer locations.
Technical Tools Mentioned:RTK GPS, GPS, UTV, Agvance Sky Mapping, MyJD Ops Center
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Job Description

 


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.

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT


 


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.


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION


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


 


OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS


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.


 


 


 


REQUIREMENTS


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


Occasionally exposed to:



  • 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.