Learn and grow with us! This terrific opportunity for the agriculture or retail-business student looking for a summer job to advance their knowledge and experience within a sales and agronomy-based business.
What you will do:
Work in compliance with all Safety, Environmental and Operating Standards
Assist in seed planting, ensuring that seeds are planted at the right rate and at the right depth
Conduct plant counts and take field notes on crop emergence
Scout production fields to identifying problem weeds and insects
Manage the isolation needs of the control throughout the season
Scout future seed production fields for volunteers and objectionable weeds
Other duties as assigned
What you will bring:
Agriculture, Business or Science Degree student, or Diploma student, or graduate
Previous agriculture or field scouting experience, an asset
Valid Class 5 drivers license
Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time under all weather conditions
Ability to lift upwards of 50 lbs.