Summer Farm Research Assistant

richardson; Richardson; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Richardson International in Saskatchewan invites a Summer Student to join Richardson Farms. You will assist with field management (seeding, spraying, harvesting), data collection and record keeping, and general farm duties at our 600-acre Crop Development Center.

Ambitious, organized and detail oriented candidates with the ability to operate field equipment and strong communication skills are preferred. An Agriculture degree or diploma would be an asset.

Qualifications

• Ambitious, organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to operate field equipment is required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Students or graduates of an Agriculture Degree or Diploma Program would be considered an asset.
• An agriculture background is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Field management (seeding, spraying, harvesting)
• Data collection and record keeping
• Equipment maintenance
• Coordinating and conducting tours
• Public relations
• General farm duties

Skills

Field management

Data collection

Equipment operation

Public relations

Communication skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Education

Agriculture degree/diploma (asset)

Job description

Richardson International in Saskatchewan invites a Summer Student to join Richardson Farms. You will assist with field management (seeding, spraying, harvesting), data collection and record keeping, and general farm duties at our 600-acre Crop Development Center.

Ambitious, organized and detail oriented candidates with the ability to operate field equipment and strong communication skills are preferred. An Agriculture degree or diploma would be an asset.