Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 30 to 80 hours bi-weekly
Education: Bachelor's degree
Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
Agronomy and crop science
Agriculture, agriculture operations and related sciences, other

Work site environment

OutdoorsAt heightsDustyHotNoisyOdoursWet/dampPotato and vegetable

Work setting

Rural areaRemote locationRelocation costs not covered by employer

Tasks

Analyze agricultural dataShare research reports to farmersLiaise with researchers, educators and government or business managers on matters pertaining to farming and agricultureMaintain records of services provided and the effects of advice givenPrepare and conduct advisory information sessions and lectures for farmers and other groupsProvide counselling and advisory services to farmers on agricultural subjects

Area of work experience

Environmental managementField cropsIrrigation and drainageLand usePolicy and administrationPlant disease, pest and weed prevention and eradicationPlant growth and developmentPlant nutrition

Transportation/travel information

Own vehiclePublic transportation is not availableValid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Fast-paced environmentWork under pressureTight deadlinesAttention to detailAbility to distinguish between coloursSittingCombination of sitting, standing, walkingStanding for extended periodsBending, crouching, kneelingHandling heavy loadsPhysically demanding

Own tools/equipment

Cellular phone

Personal suitability

Efficient interpersonal skillsExcellent oral communicationExcellent written communicationFlexibilityJudgementOrganizedTeam player

Screening questions

Are you authorized to work in Canada?Are you willing to relocate for this position?Do you have experience working in this field?Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?Do you live near the job location?Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?

Green job

Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Under The Hill Farms Ltd.

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