Marsh Technician at John Hancock in Necedah, Wisconsin

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Working Arrangement

In Office

Job Description

Manulife Investment Management Timberland and Agriculture Inc. (MIM) founded in 1985, is a registered investment adviser and wholly owned subsidiary of John Hancock/Manulife Financial Corporation. HNRG is based in Boston, Massachusetts and is comprised of two core businesses; Manulife Investment Management Timberland (MIM T) which develops and manages timberland investments and Manulife Investment Management Agriculture (MIM AG) which develops and manages farmland investments. As of September 30, 2020, HNRG managed $14.1 billion of timberland and farmland, comprising approximately 5.9 million acres located in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Chile. MIMTA is committed to socially responsible investing and sustainable management of its client's assets, including the ongoing reduction of environmental impact, and improvement of sustainability and stewardship performance.

Manulife Investment Management Forest Management Inc. ("MFM") and Manulife Investment Management Agriculture Services Inc ("MAS") are wholly owned subsidiaries of Manulife Investment Management Timberland and Agriculture Inc ("MIMTA"). MFM and MAS are property management companies that serve global institutional investors through related-party investment management groups (Manulife Investment Management Timberland and Manulife Investment Management Agriculture group) and third-party private investors. MFM oversees the timber development and harvesting operations for approximately 3.8million acres of timberland across the USA and Canada. MAS oversees the agricultural assets and operations for approximately 0.3 million acres of farmland throughout the USA. Collectively, MFM and MAS represent the North American property management platform of MIMTA.

The Marsh Technician is Responsible for general labor functions for cranberry marshes. Employee will perform manual work associated with planting, cultivating, irrigation, and harvesting of cranberries. The employee will also perform general care and upkeep of the marsh facilities and equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Performing duties as assigned on a daily basis by the Marsh Manager or Foreman. Effective, efficient, orderly and timely farming operations including irrigation and frost watch with frequent oversight from the Marsh Manager or Foreman. Assisting other employees in performing their duties efficiently and effectively. Promptly reporting problems or successes, and any other reports required by Marsh Manager. Following company safety policies and procedures. Operation and daily maintenance of farming equipment used on the property with frequent oversight from the Marsh Manager or Foreman. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience in farming and equipment operation preferred.


• Must be able to work well with management and communicate well with others.


• Must be able to work nights and/or weekends as needed.


• Valid driver's license and be insurable with company's commercial carrier.


• Qualified Applicators License is preferred.


• First Aid Training is preferred.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to walk long distances


• Frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, and kneeling


• Must be willing to work indoors, outdoors, in all weather conditions


• Lift up to 75 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Performing the essential functions of this job may require the incumbent to: work with and/or around hazardous material; perform lifting and bending; or be exposed to unpleasant or hazardous conditions or substances in the field/marsh, such as hot/cold temperatures, exhaust, and/or chemicals.

JOB LOCATION: ON MARSH/AS ASSIGNED

Manulife Investment Management Timberland and Agriculture Inc (MIMTA) is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. The Company is committed to employ, train, promote and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and ability without regard to race, color, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran or marital status.

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About John Hancock and Manulife

John Hancock is a unit of Manulife Financial Corporation, a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. We operate primarily as John Hancock in the United States, and Manulife globally, including Canada, Asia and Europe. We provide financial advice, insurance and wealth and asset management solutions for individuals, groups and institutions. Assets under management and administration by Manulife and its subsidiaries were CAD$1.3 trillion (US$1.1 trillion) as of June 30, 2021. Manulife Financial Corporation trades as MFC on the TSX, NYSE, and PSE, and under 945 on the SEHK. Manulife can be found at manulife.com.

One of the largest life insurers in the United States, John Hancock supports more than 10 million Americans with a broad range of financial products, including life insurance, annuities, investments, 401(k) plans, and education savings plans. Additional information about John Hancock may be found at johnhancock.com.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com.

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