Field Walker
Belle Glade, FL, US
Florida Crystals Corporation is a fully integrated cane sugar company. Florida Crystals regeneratively farms sugarcane and rice in South Florida, where it owns two sugar mills, a sugar refinery, a packaging and distribution center, Florida's only rice mill, a compost facility, and one of the largest renewable power plants of its kind in the U.S., which uses sugarcane fiber to generate eco-friendly energy that powers its sugar operations. Florida Crystals owns one of the largest Regenerative Organic Certified® farms in the U.S. and its Florida Crystals® products are the only ROC™ sugar grown and milled sugar in the country. Florida Crystals owns ASR Group International, Inc., a holding company that conducts operations through its subsidiaries. The ASR Group® family of companies make up the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. Florida Crystals is headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida. Learn more at www.FloridaCrystalsCorp.com.
OVERVIEW
As a Field Walker at Sugar Farms Co-op, you will be responsible for walking plant operations. Your primary duties will include walking assigned rows, making sure planting crews are doing a quality job planting. Accuracy and attention to detail are essential, as your reports will guide timely interventions and support optimal yield.
ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)
- Systematically walk crop fields to monitor planting operations
- Communicate regularly with supervisors and agronomists regarding field observations
- Assist with flagging or marking plants or areas requiring treatment
- Support field trials and sampling processes as directed
- Follow all safety guidelines and biosecurity protocols
- Ability to walk long distances outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Strong observational and recording skills
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
Qualifications:
- Pass Background check
- Must be able to pass Physical and Drug test
Location
- Sugar Farms Co-op
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.