Agriculture Lead Field Services - Colfax, Wa.

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Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

"We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply - we'd love to hear from you."

Role Overview:

A Sample of What You'll Do in this Role:

• Oversee all aspects of field service support

• Take out, set up, and calibrate the equipment to be used by the growers in the field

• Oversee the daily maintenance of all applications and support equipment at the branch facility. This may include trucks, tractors, implements, and other support equipment assigned to that branch.

• Move and set up tanks as needed.

• Attend product training sessions and meetings when necessary

• Ensure that the correct materials are always used and that safety gear is always used correctly.

• Contact salespeople to resolve any disputes.

• Mentor and train junior field service technicians, guiding equipment setup, calibration, and maintenance best practices.
  Coordinate with branch management to prioritize service calls, equipment setups, and field operations based on customer needs and business goals..

• Serve as a point of contact for field operations, communicating effectively with internal teams, customers, and sales staff to align expectations and deliver outstanding service.

• Assist with planning and scheduling of maintenance routines and equipment usage to maximize productivity and uptime.

• Identify and implement process improvements within field service operations to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.

What you bring to the role:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Forklift Driver and Driving Certification (offered on the job)

• Valid driver's license with Class A CDL or willingness to get one

• Operate vehicles and equipment in a safe and legal manner

• Mechanical skills and understanding of fabrication techniques

• Willingness to operate material handling equipment, including forklift, order picker, pallet jack, and other equipment as required

• Ability to repetitively bend and lift boxes and bags up to 80 lbs.

• Willingness and desire to work overtime hours during busy seasons

• Knowledge and/or experience with agricultural operations (preferred)

• Willingness to take ownership of service operations, ensuring timely completion of tasks and proactively resolving issues to minimize downtime.

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• You have a high level of integrity and always maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude

• You're on time and prepared for work

• You enjoy a variety of job duties and responsibilities

• You have excellent interpersonal skillswith both customers and fellow employees

• You can lead by example in safety, professionalism, and quality of work, setting the standard for other technicians.

Compensation and Benefits:

• The base compensation for this position ranges from $27.40 to $36.58 per hour. Please note that wages may vary depending on skills and experience.

• This position is eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits. Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: https://mywebenefits.com/

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer

Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific.

Wilbur-Ellis is for and about people

Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other.

Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry's best workforce

Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

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