Equipment Specialist

About Pivot Bio:  

Fueled by an innovative drive and a deep understanding of the soil microbiome, Pivot Bio is pioneering game-changing advances in agriculture. Our products harness the power of naturally occurring microbes to provide nutrients to crops and new sustainable ways for farmers to reduce the usage of fertilizers as they work to help feed the world’s growing population.

Read/Hear more about Pivot Bio on Forbes or PBS News Hour. 

Position:  Equipment Specialist

Location:   Remote in either Indiana, Illinois, or Ohio

We are looking for an Equipment Specialist with a minimum of 5 years of experience in the precision ag industry to assist in overseeing our equipment reimbursement program. As a critical member of our Commercial team, this role will also advise our team, customers, and sales reps on equipment inquiries related to using our in-furrow products.  This position will be responsible for identifying and keeping up with new technologies, as well as assisting the product development team determine if new Pivot Bio products will work with equipment available on the market.  

Responsibilities: 

• Responsive to customer needs through email, call, or on farm visits to customers and channel partners
• Collect, review, and track customer invoices for the equipment reimbursement program.  Making sure all equipment qualifies and meets minimum specs
• Work with the accounting team to track the program budget and reimburse customers that meet all program requirements
• Educate customers, sales reps, and Pivot Bio team on best practices when using in-furrow and seed treatment equipment
• Customer field visits as necessary
• Assist with product development by testing new products with equipment available on the market

Qualifications and Experience:

• At least 5 years of experience working in the precision ag industry, preferably with in-furrow equipment, or seed treater equipment
• Strong understanding of ag inputs and diverse application practices, including in-furrow and seed treatment processes
• Customer oriented, with a demonstrated ability to respect and earn the respect of farmers and channel partners
• Demonstrated track record of effective working relationships with channel partners
• Excellent problem solving & troubleshooting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-starter, reliable and able to work independently
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% within assigned area

 *Must be authorized to work in the United States 

 

What we offer: 

• Competitive package in a disruptive startup 
• Stock options 
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance with employer-paid premiums 
• Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability policies 
• Employee Assistance Program with free referrals and discounts 
• 401(k) plan, 3% Match 
• Commuter benefits 
• Annual Training & Development support 
• Flexible vacation policy with a generous holiday schedule 
• Exciting opportunity to work with a talented and fun team 

 Hiring Compensation Range:$78,822 - $84,822 

This salary range for this Berkeley, CA, Hayward, CA or Boston, MA based position incorporates a premium for the cost of labor in this area.  If this role is hired remotely of one of Pivot facilities, contact compensation for the lower range for National Benchmark.  Following employment, growth beyond the hiring range is possible based on performance.

All remote positions and those not located in our Berkeley, Hayward or Boston locations are paid based on National Benchmark data.  Following employment, growth beyond the hiring range is possible based on performance.Hiring Compensation Range$37.90—$40.78 USD