ArborGen’s Nursery in Blenheim, SC has an open position for a Forestry Agricultural Specialist. This facility produces millions of bare root pine seedlings from seed annually. The Forestry Agricultural Specialist is required to perform all the skilled operations at a Tree Nursery. He/she is responsible for production goals, product quality and minimizing nursery expenses. A specialist must be reliable, innovative, team-oriented and conscientious with a positive work ethic.

1. Operate, maintain, modify and calibrate farm tractors, agricultural equipment, conveyors, and strapping machines and other equipment used on the job.

2. Maintain records including but not limited to equipment maintenance, parts inventory, safety inspections, and fuel records.

3. Assist in the operation and maintenance of an automatic irrigation system including pump station, below ground main lines, above ground supply system, and digital controllers.

4. Assist in all phases of weed control, including herbicide application, mechanical control and hand weeding.

5. Assist in all phases of crop nutrition including fertilization recommendations and applications.

6. Wear safety personal protective equipment, maintain facility, and maintain a safe working environment.

7. Supervise labor in various nursery operations.

8. Serve as a team member in group work improvement projects.

9. Work extended hours, weekends and holidays, outdoors in all types of weather conditions as required.

10. Participate in and complete required safety training.

11. Other duties and projects as assigned.

• Department: Daily interaction with Supervisor (Production Coordinator and or Nursery Manager). Frequent interaction with peers in the immediate work group.
• Company: Interaction with peers in other nursery and orchard groups across the company as related to seedling production targets.
• Outside Company: May participate in outside conferences and symposia when appropriate.

• Experience in industrial mechanics, agricultural mechanics, general construction, welding, metal fabrication, hydraulics, electrical systems, HVAC and equipment repair / maintenance.
• (Preferred) Associate Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Agriculture / Horticulture Engineering, Welding, Electrical, General Mechanical or 5+ years’ experience operating and maintaining industrial and/or agricultural equipment in lieu of education.
• Tractor and forklift operation experience preferred but not required.
• Private Pesticide applicator license preferred, but not required.

• This is a non-exempt position. Seasonal overtime and weekend work required. Little to no overnight travel. 90% of work is out of doors in all seasons and weather conditions, 10% record-keeping.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change.

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