Job Description:
Acquistapace Farms, Inc. is a family owned farming operation with 1,200 acres of assorted vegetables, strawberries and blackberries in Santa Maria, CA.
Primary Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
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Monitor fields for the presence of pests such as insects, diseases, weeds, and nematodes
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Write recommendations and practice IPM to address any pest issues
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Order and deliver chemical
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File product use reports
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Supervise spray applications
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Comply with all local, state, and federal regulations
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Manage pesticide inventory
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Work with ranch supervisors to coordinate spray applications
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Communicate with harvest managers that fields are clear for harvest
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Ag Science or related field
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PCA license or qualifications to obtain a PCA license
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Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
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Ability to communicate and work well within a team setting
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Valid CA driver’s license with clean driving record
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Ability to work independently
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Good problem solving and organizational skills
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Good communication skills
Job Benefits
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Competitive pay based on experience
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Paid vacation
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Annual bonus
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401K
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Health insurance
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Company vehicle
Compensation/Salary:
$90K-95K DOE
Confidential Job:
0
