Job description
GreenLeaf AgriTech is seeking a proactive Agriculture Field Operations Specialist to join our team in the Salinas region. You will oversee day-to-day field activities, implement best practices for crop health, and collaborate with agronomists to optimize yields while stewarding water and soil resources.
In this role, you’ll apply data-driven approaches to monitor growth, manage irrigation schedules, and support safety and compliance across operations.
We offer competitive compensation, opportunities for growth, and a supportive, knowledge-sharing culture for professionals passionate about sustainable farming.
Responsibility
- Oversee daily field operations, including planting, irrigation, fertilizer application, pest management, and harvest preparations.
- Monitor crop health data and field metrics using sensors and farm management software; translate insights into actionable plans.
- Collaborate with agronomists to design and implement crop programs tailored to soil, climate, and market needs.
- Manage irrigation systems, water usage reporting, and scheduling to optimize efficiency while conserving resources.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards; maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Lead equipment maintenance, vendor coordination, and inventory control for field inputs.
- Support data collection for yield forecasting and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- 2+ years of hands-on field experience in crop production, irrigation, or farm operations.
- Proficiency with farm management software, data analysis, and basic Excel/Sheets skills.
- Knowledge of soil health, irrigation scheduling, pest management, and integrated pest management IPM principles.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork abilities; ability to operate in a fast-paced field environment.
- Commitment to safety, sustainability, and record-keeping; valid driver's license.