Environmental Operations Technician
Environmental Operations Technician
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Job Description
Job Duties & Accountabilities
- Working knowledge of application equipment and modern farm equipment.
- Working knowledge of fundamentals of regulatory requirements for nutrient management application rate calculations calibration calculations record-keeping and manure sampling protocols.
- Knowledge awareness and adherence to the policies governing safety and environment.
- Travel overnight on a seasonal basis to remote locations in the Midwest.
- Conduct facility inspections to insure Federal/state regulatory compliance.
- Develop and comprehend GIS maps using ARCMAP.
- Performs technical support for development of comprehensive nutrient management plans.
Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Modern farm equipment
- Nutrient Management
- Environmental Sampling
- Regulatory compliance on a federal and state level
Skill in:
- Computer systems agricultural software and GPS
- Customer service and negotiations
- Operating heavy equipment for extended periods of time
- Operating field technology and sampling equipment
Ability to:
- Participate in Emergency Response and Environmental Safety programs
- Communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing
- To maintain accurate complete and timely records
- Work independently while functioning in a team-oriented environment
- Lift 75 lbs
- Ability to bend kneel stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to handle exposure to manure dust odors and noise for extended periods
- Follow and execute directions
- Organize time and tasks
- Organize travel assignments
Physical Demands Check the percent of time required for each of the following physical conditions.
Activity Percent of time
Under 20% 20% to 40% 41% to 70% Over 70%
Visual Activity ( Seeing )
X
Hearing *
X
Speaking *
X
Climbing
X
Heavy Lifting
X
Manual Dexterity
X
Pushing/Pulling
X
Standing
X
Walking
X
*Includes on telephone
Compensation and Benefits:
Targeted pay range of $18.23 - $21.43 USD per hour depending on experience and qualifications.
The Maschhoffs offersfull-time regular employeesa comprehensive benefits package including:
- Your choice between a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan and a High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) plan.
- Two options for dental coverage both of which cover three main types of expenses and cover preventative care at 100%.
- Group rate vision benefits.
- Complimentary Basic Life Insurance as well as voluntary employee spouse and child life insurance policies.
- Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage at no cost to the employee.
- A traditional pre-tax 401(k) plan as well as a Roth 40(k) plan. The Company matches the first 4% of employee contributions which is immediately vested.
- A generous paid time off program including a life event day and volunteer day each year for full time employees.
- Participation in a Company Short Term Incentive Plan (STI) where payments are dependent upon several company factors/metrics.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
