Field Horticulturist
full-time
About this role
<p style="text-align:center;"><span><strong>Field Horticulturist</strong></span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span><strong>Full-Time</strong></span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span><strong>Agriculture</strong></span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span>On Site</span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span> </span></p><p><span>Are you self-driven, with a propensity for integrity and innovation within a team of similarly motivated horticulturists? If you are, we invite you to join Stemilt’s Field staff.</span></p><p><span>Stemilt, a vertically integrated Company that brings wholesome and earth friendly products to families around the world, and the largest employer and pillar for the Wenatchee Valley Community, is looking to become a leading employer, not just in its home valley but around Washington, and the world. If you are an open-minded, continuously learning individual that looks to push the limits, and is beyond ego… This Company is for you. <strong>We are World Famous! Join us, you will love it here</strong> 😊!</span></p><p><span>Stemilt’s <strong>Field Staff </strong>are charged with consulting independent growers in horticulture, orchard management and harvest maturity, in order to help increase crop yields, improve crop load management, optimize fruit size and deliver premium edibility to consumers. Stemilt’s Field Horticulturists are expected to <strong>deliver extraordinary customer service </strong>outward to our growers, and back to the Stemilt team as a whole. <strong>Excellent decision-making skills and strong leadership experience are necessary</strong>.</span></p><p><span><strong>Additional Responsibilities</strong></span></p><p><span>· Frequent travel throughout Central Washington.</span></p><p><span>· Will be visiting orchards and advising growers on tree fruit horticulture.</span></p><p><span>· Calculate and disseminate crop estimates.</span></p><p><span><strong>Reports to:</strong> Horticulture Manager</span></p><p><span><strong>What we bring to your table:</strong></span></p><p><span> </span><span style="">·</span><span style="font:7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;">A <strong>World Famous!</strong> benefits package that includes:</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:1in;text-indent:-0.25in;"><span style="">o</span><span style="font:7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;">Medical/Dental/Vision insurance</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:1in;text-indent:-0.25in;"><span style="">o</span><span style="font:7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;">Short- and Long-term Disability insurance</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:1in;text-indent:-0.25in;"><span style="">o</span><span style="font:7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;">Flexible Spending Account (FSA)</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:1in;text-indent:-0.25in;"><span style="">o</span><span style="font:7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;">Life insurance</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:1in;text-indent:-0.25in;"><span style="">o</span><span style="font:7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;">Matched 401(k)</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:1in;text-indent:-0.25in;"><span style="">o</span><span style="font:7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;">Paid holidays</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:1in;text-indent:-0.25in;"><span style="">o</span><span style="font:7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;">Paid-Time-Off (PTO)</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:1in;text-indent:-0.25in;"><span style="">o</span><span style="font:7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;">Performance Incentive Plan</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="text-indent:-0.25in;"><span style="">·</span><span style="font:7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="text-indent:-0.25in;"><span style="">·</span><span style="font:7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span> <span style="">·</span><span style="font:7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:107%;">An amazing opportunity to create new performance standards and help lead a new team, develop knowledge and new career growth paths.</span></p><h6><span><strong>What you bring to our World Famous! Table:</strong></span></h6><p style="text-align:center;"></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;text-align:center;line-height:normal;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>Values:</strong></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;text-align:center;line-height:normal;"><span style="font-size:12pt;">Integrity</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;text-align:center;line-height:normal;"><span style="font-size:12pt;">Innovation</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;text-align:center;line-height:normal;"><span style="font-size:12pt;">Trust</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;text-align:center;line-height:normal;"><span style="font-size:12pt;">Humility</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;text-align:center;line-height:normal;"><span style="font-size:12pt;">Stewardship</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;text-align:center;line-height:normal;"></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;text-align:center;line-height:normal;"></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;text-align:center;line-height:normal;"><span style="font-size:12pt;"><strong>Cultural Norms:</strong></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;text-align:center;line-height:normal;"><span style="font-size:12pt;">Assume Goodwill</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;text-align:center;line-height:normal;"><span style="font-size:12pt;">Personal Accountability</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;text-align:center;line-height:normal;"><span style="font-size:12pt;">Clear Communications</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;text-align:center;line-height:normal;"><span style="font-size:12pt;">Resolve Conflict</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;text-align:center;line-height:normal;"></p><h6><span><strong>Experience:</strong></span></h6><p><span>· 2+ years’ experience as a field representative.</span></p><p><span>· Experience with cherry, apple and pear production and horticulture</span></p><h6><span><strong>Qualifications:</strong></span></h6><p><span>Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture or related field or equivalent education and/or related experience. </span></p><p><span>· WSDA Tree Fruit Consultant License</span></p><p><span>· Valid Washington State Driver’s License and safe driving record</span></p><p><span>· Computer skills such as Excel, Word, Oracle</span></p><p><span>· Ability to interact with Stemilt’s network and database</span></p><p><span>· Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills</span></p><p><span>· Ability to analyze pertinent data in a manner sensitive to grower confidentiality.</span></p><p><span>· Ability to interact and connect with <strong>all</strong> aspects of the Stemilt team.</span></p><p><span>· A commitment to innovation with an understanding for the flexibility, and adaptability that comes along with purposeful change.</span></p><p><span>· A desire to deliver an extraordinary experience at every interaction, in fact <strong>World Famous!</strong></span></p>
What you'll do
- Field Horticulturists consult with independent growers on horticulture and orchard management to enhance crop yields and optimize fruit quality. They are also responsible for delivering exceptional customer service to both growers and the Stemilt team.
About Stemilt Growers LLC
Stemilt Growers is a family-owned and operated tree fruit growing, packing, and shipping company based in Wenatchee, Washington. The company was founded in 1964 by the Mathison's, a multi-generational farming family who have grown fruit for more than a century.
Today, Stemilt grows and markets fresh apples, pears, cherries, stone fruits and organic tree fruits. Stemilt is proud of its signature fruits and brands, including: Rave®, SweeTango® and Pinata® apples, Skylar Rae® cherries, A Half Mile Closer to the Moon® cherries, and Lil Snappers® kid-size fruits.
For more information about Stemilt, visit www.stemilt.com.
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What does a Field Horticulturist do at Stemilt Growers LLC?
As a Field Horticulturist at Stemilt Growers LLC, you will: field Horticulturists consult with independent growers on horticulture and orchard management to enhance crop yields and optimize fruit quality. They are also responsible for delivering exceptional customer service to both growers and the Stemilt team..
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