Student Assistant 2, Ipm Field Scout - Wayne County

Ohio State University

Wooster, OH, US
Knowledge of basic ipm principles
Ability to recognize common pests
Physical capability for outdoor work
This position requires knowledge of basic integrated pest management principles and the ability to recognize common weed, insect, and disease pests

Job Summary

  • This position requires knowledge of basic integrated pest management principles and the ability to recognize common weed, insect, and disease pests.
  • IPM scouts are expected to write a summary report of their weekly scouting visit for the grower and provide control options based on research.
  • The employee must be physically capable of walking in fields throughout most of the day and will be reimbursed for mileage using their own vehicle.

Matching Summary

This position requires knowledge of basic integrated pest management principles and the ability to recognize common weed, insect, and disease pests.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Knowledge of basic IPM principles
  • Ability to recognize common pests
  • Physical capability for outdoor work
  • Own vehicle for travel required
  • Weekly field scouting responsibilities

Nice-to-have

  • Strong organizational skills
  • Self-starter attitude
  • Basic computer skills
  • Good people skills
  • Willingness to learn new crops

Key Requirements

  • Must have own vehicle
  • Enrolled as student preferred
  • Background check required

Work Rights

Not specified

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