Agriculture Technician

McCain Foods; Coaldale; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global family-owned company is seeking an entry-level Agriculture Technician in Coaldale, Alberta. This temporary full-time position offers hands-on experience in agronomy, crop intelligence, and new variety research trials. Responsibilities include assisting with agricultural research trials, collecting data on potato varieties, and supporting crop management activities. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail and communication skills and be comfortable working outdoors. Opportunities for professional development are available.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to field sites.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in execution of research trials related to potato variety performance.
• Collect agronomic data, including crop growth measurements.
• Gather and report real-time crop development information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Ability to follow protocols

Job description

Position Title: Agriculture Technician

Position Type: Temporary - Full-Time

Grade: Scale NO GRADE

Requisition ID: 39610

Overview

This summer agriculture technician position is an entry-level temporary position for those interested in agricultural sciences, supply chain management, or potato crop research. This role provides hands‑on experience in supporting the raw potato supply chain, with a primary focus on agronomy and new variety research trial support, extension activities, and commercial crop intelligence gathering through field production and storage management.

Key Responsibilities

Agronomy Research Trial and Extension Support

• Assist in execution of research trials related to potato variety performance, agronomic performance, and soil health from planting to harvest.
• Collect agronomic data, including crop growth measurements, disease observations, and yield estimates as directed by regional Agronomist.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency in record-keeping and sample handling.
• Support regional agronomists by preparing materials, attending field days, and helping organize outreach events for growers.

New Variety Evaluation Support

• Participate in commercial-scale evaluations examining new potato varieties for yield, quality, disease resistance, and suitability for commercial production.
• Record and summarize observational data to inform the regional teams on varieties to advance.

Commercial Crop Intelligence And Storage Management

• Gather and report real‑time crop development information from field visits across the growing region.
• Assist in assessments of crop health, expected production, and emerging challenges.
• Contribute to regular field scouting rotations, assist with irrigation and nutrient monitoring, and help coordinate logistical activities for planting and harvest.
• Support post-harvest data collection on storage conditions and quality retention.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to field sites.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to follow protocols, and effective communication skills.

Professional Development

• Exposure to the full potato supply chain and direct interface with commercial growers, researchers, and extension professionals.
• Opportunities for learning crop data analytics, summary reporting, and applied agronomic problem-solving.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family‑owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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Job Family: Agriculture

Division: NA Agriculture

Department: Agronomy West

Location(s): CA - Canada : Alberta : Coaldale

Company: McCain Foods (Canada)