Seasonal Crew Lead - Turlock

Who we are:

Semios is a market leader in leveraging the internet-of-things (IoT) and big data to improve the sustainability and profitability of specialty crops. With over 160 million data points being reported by our sensors every day, we leverage our big data analytics, such as in-depth pest and disease modelling, to empower tree fruit and tree nut growers with decision-making tools to minimize resources and risks.

We know our journey is only achievable by having a great team who shares ideas, tries new things and learns as we go.

Our innovative work has received several industry awards:

• AgTech Breakthrough Awards Program (2022) - Selected as winner of the "Precision Agriculture Solutions of the Year" award.
• THRIVE - Top 50 Global AgTech (2022) - recognized as exemplifying some of the best in agriculture technology around the globe.
• Sustainability Changemaker by SDTC (2022) - Named as one of the companies which recognize homegrown innovation in sustainable technologies in Canada.
• Global CleanTech Top 100 (2020) - identified as one of the companies best positioned to solve tomorrow's clean technology challenges.
• Google Accelerator (2020) - Selected as 1 of 9 companies for the inaugural Google for Startups Accelerator Canada cohort, who are all using technology to solve complex challenges.

One of our partners produced this short video which shows what we do and our positive environmental impact.

We are looking for temporary workers to assist with the installation of our wireless networks in almond, pistachio, stone fruit, citrus, and walnut orchards. Season likely to range from October through April.

Who you are:

A Crew Lead is responsible for assisting with the installation of our wireless Semios network devices onto customer sites in a timely manner to ensure customer satisfaction. This role has additional responsibilities that include leading a crew of Installation Technicians.

Position Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required:

• Performs installations and repairs that requires a basic level of technical and mechanical skills:
• Install network equipment including Semios dispensers, insect camera traps, weather stations, network gateways, leaf wetness sensors and soil moisture monitoring sensors
• Troubleshoot and maintain sensors and equipment using our Service and Installation app
• Regularly service and replace lures and liners on Semios traps and perform equipment maintenance to ensure traps are functioning properly
• Haul necessary equipment to work sites with a trailer
• Operate company ATVs
• Lead a crew of 2-4 Installation Technicians
• Operate a company vehicle to transport their crew to various job sites
• Ensure the crew is adhering to company policies and safety standards
• Monitor, assess and report crew productivity
• Other duties as assigned.