Agricultural Crop / Field Scout

Job description

Applicants hired for these farmworker positions will be given their specific daily work assignments by the grower, or individuals designated by the grower, at the farm where they are employed but should be prepared to perform all of the tasks in all of the crops described in this application.

For this application, applicants should expect their work assignments at the beginning of the employment period to begin with pre-planting activities, farm & field site preparation and other time sensitive seasonal activities that occur during the late winter and/or early spring farming cycle.

Agricultural Crop / Field Scout will inspect fields to monitor crops for weeds, insects, fertility, and water deficiencies, to observe crop development and maturation conditions, document concerns with digital camera, record and make reports to farm management, and alert supervisor to potential problems or concerns. Employee will also monitor and review field workers crop activities and communicate recommendations directly to the field workers or to farm management and supervisor for their consideration. The Agricultural Crop / Field Scout will work and interact with all farm employees under the close supervision of farm management to promote maximum probability of successful commodity production. Ability to operate / drive employer provided vehicle to move among different field and worksite locations where crops are growing.

Please see Addendum C for comprehensive job descriptions and approximate timelines for crops and work activities.

Special Requirements

3 Months verifiable experience in commercial farming operation or closely related field required. Applicants must possess proper license (minimum Class C) or foreign equivalent to legally operate farm trucks on public highways in the jurisdiction involved in NC. See attachments for more details.