Orchard Scout-Genesis-ag

Hiring Organization: Genesis-ag.
Employment type: Full-Time
Job Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Application Due Date: April 1, 2024

Orchard Scout

Genesis-ag

NW Grand Rapids Area

 

Job Description:  An orchard scout at Genesis ag will make routine visits weekly to area farms.  Time and hours are flexible, however getting into a schedule on which farms will be visited on which days is important.  Checking insect traps, observing for pests and diseases, and maintaining a friendly correspondence with growers are the key aspects of the position.

 

Weekly duties include:

  • Scouting and trapping orchards as directed
  • Filing reports on software system provided (can be done via iphone)
  • Maintaining open communication with supervisor and growers
  • Filling out vehicle mileage reports
  • Keeping an open and curios mind, while paying attention to detail in the orchard
  • Meeting with supervisor twice a week to keep on top of current conditions
  • Completing tasks with minimal supervision

 

Keys for success:

  • Being observant at all times, including while driving through orchards with tractors in use
  • Clearly communicating what is being observed, texting pictures to supervisor when unsure
  • Not delaying reports to growers, quickly completing reports and moving on to next orchard
  • Being curious and asking questions to learn
  • Putting a smile on growers faces by doing an outstanding job

 

Materials will be provided to identify key insect, disease, and weed pests.  Supervisor will also help to point out what to look for weekly.  Crops scouted will mostly be apples, with some peaches, cherries, and pears mixed in.

 

Wage:  $20/hour plus mileage compensation on vehicle, vehicle not provided

 

Contact:  John Rasch 616-293-8815

Resume may be submitted to raschprogram@icloud.com

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