Agricultural Field Specialist Job at Synagro, Wisconsin Rapids, WI

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  • Synagro
  • Wisconsin Rapids, WI

Job Description

Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future. 

What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what

Synagro has to offer:

  • 15 days paid time off
  • 10 Holidays
  • Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)
  • Health Saving Account (HSA) with company match
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire)
  • Career growth and promotional opportunities
  • Tuition Reimbursement

JOB SUMMARY: 

This is a boot on the ground, customer focused position that works closely with local farmers, municipalities, farming organizations, papermills, and the Wisconsin DNR to ensure compliancy of land applications. This position will work closely with Synagro operations with coordinating delivery of papermill residuals in a timely manner. To be successful in this role you will need excellent planning and time management skills as well as a good understanding of land sourcing, permitting, nutrient management and land mapping.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Manage existing land base inventory and procure additional land base to meet operational requirements and provide strategic growth for the business.
  • Prepare permit applications and NMP’s as needed for land application sites. This may include soil, mill residuals, and biosolids sampling; analytical interpretation and waste characterization; geo-mapping services; interpretation of soil, tax and topographical maps; and review and interpretation of applicable regulations to determine land base acceptability and compliant product use.
  • Facilitate compliance and provide information as needed for all regulatory and permit requirements including, but not limited to, frequent monitoring and reporting as required by the WI Department of Natural Resources.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with current customers, farmers, and environmental regulatory agencies.
  • Contact farmers by phone and in-person to establish a new land base.
  • Provide support to Synagro Operations for pick-up, delivery, and land application of mill residuals and biosolids.
  • Participate in professional and agricultural organizations as assigned.
  • Provide technical information and serve as a brand advocate/ambassador to farmers, regulatory agencies, municipalities, clients, and the public.
  • Perform work in a safe manner while recognizing safety hazards and improving processes/procedures.
  • Effective time management and logistical planning.
  • Must be a team player and be able and willing to work extended hours during busy seasonal times.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

  • Knowledge of papermill residuals and biosolids management practices and related Wisconsin DNR regulations.
  • Comfortable presenting directly to farmers one on one the benefits of mill residuals and biosolids.
  • Knowledge of concepts, practices, procedures, methods and techniques used in agricultural and/or farming operations including precision agriculture.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and be able to effectively communicate. with all levels of personnel including executive management and customers.
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal, problem solving and relationship building skills.
  • Superior organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail and quality
  • Technology Savvy.
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a flexible, fast paced and challenging environment.
  • Ability to travel.
  • Ability to work extended hours on an occasional basis.
  • Proficient with MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Mapping Programs.

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Soil Science, Agriculture, Agronomy or Environmental Science preferred or minimum of two years’ experience in a related field.
  • Capable of certifying in an agricultural science discipline such as crop evaluation, soil, ground and water evaluator.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Safe driving record: No serious tickets or accidents in last 5 years or DWI/DUI in last 10 years.
  • Talking, Hearing, Seeing, Standing, Sitting, Walking.
  • This position is subject to outside environmental conditions.
  • This position is subject to hazards, including moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles and farming equipment.
  • This position requires travel and overtime.

AA/EOE/M/F/D/V

We thank all individuals for their interest in Synagro however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

 

Job Tags

Seasonal work, Local area, Flexible hours,

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