About the Opportunity
The main goal of the position is to be the person in charge of the hydric necessities of the plants at the Nursery and the proper functioning of the irrigation system as well as provide support to the Nursery Agronomist.
One of the main goal for this position is to supply accurate feedings programs to every crop under the Nursery Agronomist supervision. This goal includes other tasks like being in charge of the irrigation programs setup, support the installation of new irrigation systems or some updates in the actual irrigation system if necessary, collecting samples from soil, substrate and water, etc.
This position is the only other position aside from Nursery Farming Manager and Agronomist that understands and is capable of operating the irrigation system. The position will provide support to the Nursery Agronomist during holidays or vacation with full capability of operating the system.
This position has the capacity of making necessary changes in the irrigation times depending on weather condition, current pH, EC, plant stage etc. - those action requires not only technician knowledge but also taking samples from soil, substrate or water ones or twice per day.
Responsibilities
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the correct functioning and maintenance of the entire irrigation system.
- Responsible for the hydric necessities of the plants at the Nursery
- Supervise the ‘Irrigation team’ activities.
- Preparation of fertilization solutions.
- Feeding programs set up in the irrigation system application.
- Maintenance of an inventory of pesticide and fertilizer products.
- Support during the installation of new irrigation systems.
- Responsibility for EC, pH and % Drainage recordings and maintenance of the irrigation tools and devices.
- Support the nursery agronomist in making better decisions about nutrient deficiency correction.
Candidate Profile
Education & training
- High School Diploma
Experience
- 5 Years’ experience as an Irrigation specialist
- 3 Year’s experience in people management
Language Skills
- Portuguese is necessary.
- English is appreciated.
Skills & behaviors
- Good communication skills
- Moderate knowledge of Microsoft office
- Good problem-solving skills
- Analytical skills
- Exemplary attitude
- Focus on details
- Very good team player
Competencies
- High ability for progress and develop.
Others
- Driver’s license
- Lives close to Nursery location
- In charge of the security cameras.
What We Do
Driscoll’s is the global market leader for fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries. With more than 100 years of farming heritage and hundreds of independent growers around the world, Driscoll’s is passionate about growing great tasting berries.
Driscoll’s exclusive patented berry varieties are developed through years of research using only natural breeding methods – that means no GMOs. A dedicated team of agronomists, breeders, sensory analysts, plant pathologists and entomologists help grow baby seedlings that are then grown on family farms. Our independent berry growers then work with Mother Nature, using experience and know-how to get the very best out of each strawberry, blueberry, blackberry and raspberry plant.
Driscoll’s is serious about yummy berries! Driscoll’s is the trusted brand for Only the Finest Berries ™.
