Date Posted:
June 10, 2020
Positions:
Field Technician / Crop Scout
Location:
Kensington
Vacancies:
1
Start Date:
10-06-2020
Duration:
Temporary fulltime
Length of Employment:
May to November
Job Description:
Indian River Farms is seeking a Field Technician / Crop Scout who is self-motivated with good people skills.

This position offers a competitive wage with excellent benefits!

Terms of Employment
The position of Field Technician / Crop Scout is a Seasonal (April to November), 40-90 hours a week position where wages start at $16 an hour (depending on experience). We are located at 1160 Route 20, Kensington, PE, C0B 1M0.

Duties
· Collecting samples of Soil, Water and Crop in order to identify disease and pest issues
· Planting and accuracy checks during the farming season

Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have some experience with farming, ideally with potatoes.

Secondary school diploma or general education degree is preferred, as well as some experience with computers.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:
Experience in the potato business and potato rouging
Excellent communication skills
Ability to prioritize operations in light of multiple priorities and conflicting demands
Team player with an ability to participate in cross-functional teams

Benefits
Excellent health and dental benefits

Incentive program

If you are interested in this exciting growth opportunity, please submit your resume to careers@indian-river-farms.com

Address 1160 Route 20 Kensington, PE C0B 1M0 careers@indian-river-farms.com
Wages:
16 to 17 depending on experience
To Apply:
Indian River Farm 
Cindy Frizzell 

Phone: 902-836-4440
Email: careers@indian-river-farms.com