Jobs

Description

100% onsite

12-month contract to start with possible extensions up to 24 months

Worksite address:, Hiawatha, IA

Need candidate who can hit the ground running, troubleshooter, mechanical aptitude, build boxes, work independently

Education:

• Minimum HS Diploma

Experience:

• 3-5 years' experience

Required Skills/Experience/Education:

• B.S. (required) or M.S. (preferred) with specialization in turf (desired) and ornamental (required) plant growth and culture.
• Requires strong interpersonal skills to allow positive interaction with internal and external groups.
• Project management and organization skills are desirable.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated high academic achievement-GPA 3.0+
• Authorization to work in the US without restrictions
• Team orientation - Flexible/adaptable
• Ethical, trustworthy, and reliable
• Strong communication kills and interpersonal understanding
• Research, Demonstration and/or Extension Experience
• Valid & current drivers license

Desired Characteristics:

• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to accomplish objectives and timeline needs
• Customer focused
•  Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects

Position Summary:

• Client is actively seeking qualified applicants for a Technical Support Specialist (TSS).
• The successful applicant will conduct field and greenhouse evaluations of turf and ornamental plants.

 Activities will involve:

• Establishing, maintaining and coordinating technical projects or demonstrations to ensure customer satisfaction and success with Company products.
• Providing technical expertise to the SPD Turf and Ornamentals (T&O) Business Unit.
• Working closely with Market Development, Product Development, Marketing and Management to build momentum and the best technical position for products prior to and after product introduction to the market.
• Obtaining technical product support data, training, and product features/benefits to the SPD T&O Sales & Marketing teams, Customer Service, and to customers.