Field Tech Specialist - NorCal Only

Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag – and grow with us! Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment. "We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply — we'd love to hear from you." Role Overview The Field Technology Specialist II serves as the lead regional resource for precision agriculture technology, supporting branch teams and sales staff in building a profitable and sustainable precision agriculture business where market demand and infrastructure align. This role partners closely with area management and Geography Field Technology leadership to implement regional technology strategies, support strategic accounts, and deliver customer-focused solutions that improve crop production and management. A Sample of What You'll Do in This Role: Serve as the primary technology subject matter expert within the assigned region, supporting branch teams in developing and executing precision agriculture offerings. Implement Geography Field Technology business plans, goals, and objectives in alignment with regional needs and geographic strategies. Collaborate with area management and the Geography Field Technology Lead to ensure alignment between regional execution and broader organizational goals. Work directly with the sales force to: Develop customer- and grower-specific technology programs. Demonstrate site-specific techniques that increase crop production and improve crop management. Support all components of the Ag Verdict System, including mapping, water management, fertility, record keeping, traceability, yield mapping, and variable rate fertilizer applications. Support branch field activities such as soil sampling, sensor deployment, variable rate (VR) mapping, and onboarding of new accounts. Assist sales teams in positioning and selling precision technology solutions to growers. Conduct training on all aspects of precision agriculture to enable sales personnel to become self-sufficient in technology offerings. Deliver presentations on technology solutions to growers, branch teams, and company leadership. Maintain open communication and effective data sharing with branch personnel, conveying an appropriate sense of urgency when needed. Build and maintain strong working relationships with branch teams and management. Provide Tier 1 technology support for the Branch Field Technology Lead. Actively participate as a member of the Geography Field Technology team. Represent and communicate area-specific needs to the geography team. Represent and communicate national and geography goals and objectives back to area teams. Represent technology services for all Strategic Accounts within the assigned region. Partner with other internal teams, such as the nutrition team, to help develop cooperative and integrated programs when required. What You Bring to the Role: 3+ years of experience developing or implementing agronomy or precision agriculture technology. Basic knowledge of computers and software systems used for collecting, managing, and analyzing data related to soils, crops, water management, and pests. Working knowledge of equipment used in precision agriculture programs, including but not limited to: Veris operations Data gathering and map creation Variable rate fertilizer application equipment (liquid and dry) Spray equipment for pesticide applications Pumps and water management systems Computer systems and data interpretation tools Mobile devices or PDAs used for record keeping Strip-till applications Familiarity with marketing principles, financial accounting concepts, and business value calculations. Advanced interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to train, present, and influence diverse audiences. Compensation and Benefits In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $72,400 - $96,550 per year. Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, and retirement plan participation, including an employer contribution of up to 7% into your 401(k). Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: https://mywebenefits.com/ Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility. Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific. Wilbur-Ellis is for and about people Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other. Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry's best workforce Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment. Follow our career social media accounts! Instagram: IG • TikTok: TikTok • Facebook: FB • LinkedIn: LinkedIn Don't have time to check out the opportunities? Connect with us and tell us what you are interested in. Each and every employee contributes to our shared success. Join a team where YOU matter: Your unique experience, your values, your ideas, your goals, your contributions, your wellbeing, your family, your future, your community, your career and your growth. LEARN MORE Employee Benefits: Take home a competitive salary and benefits you and your family deserve – from 401(K) matching, medical, dental and vision coverage, paid vacation, work-life balance and more. Purpose & Values: Our purpose is to provide the essentials for the world to thrive. No matter your role, every Wilbur-Ellis employee makes a real difference. Talent Development: When you grow, we all grow. We'll help you forge your own career pathway through continuous learning and skills development, mentorship programs, growth opportunities, business resource groups and career coaching. A Culture That Cares: We are one of the largest family-owned, privately held companies in the world – which means as an employee you can enjoy the best of both worlds: The flexibility and close-knit culture of an independent company with the resources and reputation of 100+ years of business. Diversity & Inclusion: We strive to build diverse teams and cultivate an environment where everyone feels welcome and is treated fairly. We believe that the inclusion of all backgrounds and ideas makes us stronger and creates a community of belonging.