Operational Support Technician

Bayer is a global enterprise with core competencies in the Life Science fields of health care and agriculture. As an innovation company, it sets trends in research-intensive areas. Bayer’s products and services are designed to benefit people and improve their quality of life. Bayer is seeking highly motivated individuals to work as members of the Equipment & Automation Sensing team as Operational Support Technicians. These positions will assist research stations with all operations that support the Global Breeding organization. These individuals will be critical to our ability to deliver timely data to our pipeline and will have the opportunity to work with cutting edge proprietary field research equipment. At Bayer, you have the opportunity to be part of a culture where we value the passion of our employees to innovate and give them the power to change. Operational Support Technician . YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Support research sites throughout the United States and into Canada Utilization of research equipment such as planters, harvesters, GPS/GIS data, tractors and proprietary software Operate and maintain research equipment Manage different field testing operations such as plot maintenance, planting, and harvest. Perform safety inspections, and assist in providing safety training and guidance to field personnel Work closely with research teams to successfully maintain Quality Management Standards Assist in other projects and perform other duties as requested This is a 100% travel position with a typical 2-week traveling 1-week home time schedule. Traveling can be within a region if necessary. WHO YOU ARE Experience in operating, maintaining, and repairing farm equipment Ability to work effectively with interdisciplinary teams Ability to take ownership of projects and produce quality results Ability to take constructive feedback and coaching and effective communication skills Knowledge in agronomy or related agriculture field preferred Willingness to travel and work irregular and overtime hours as needed This position is a direct-hire temporary position with Bayer. The position is from February to November. Requirements: must be at least 21 must have a valid driver’s license as this position will utilize company vehicles to travel must have a willingness to learn new skills and perform various tasks High School diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree in related field preferred IMPORTANT NOTE for POTENTIAL US CANDIDATES: Bayer active employees are required to disclose their vaccination status and if fully vaccinated, provide proof of vaccination status before participating in approved activities for fully vaccinated employees. Bayer defines fully vaccinated in alignment with CDC which is two weeks after completing the two-dose vaccine regimen or two weeks after completing the one-dose regimen. Additionally, if candidates are invited on site as visitors for in person interviews, they must provide proof of being vaccinated and comply with all safety protocols. Job Types: Temporary, Part-time Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Night shift Weekend availability Experience: Operating & maintaining farm equipment: 2 years (Required) Willingness to travel: 50% (Required) Work Location: On the road