A Horizon Ag Research Ltd. is an agricultural contract research company that works in the Saskatoon area. A Horizon Ag Research focuses on small plot research for development of new pesticides, seed varieties and agronomic research.

Number of Positions: 3
Position Start Date: 05/01/2025
Salary: Salary range based upon experience; Starting from $18/Hr

Benefits/Perks: 
Flexible work schedule in non-peak times (4-day work week in late July and august)
Personal protective equipment is provided (gloves, CSA approved work boots, all other job-related PPE)
Monthly safety and performance bonus ($250/mo)

Qualifications:

• Valid class 5 license (preference would be given to those with heavy trailer "G" endorsement or Class 1 license)
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Agriculture knowledge is an asset with focus in crops, soil science, and agronomy
• Experience with farm machinery, trucks, and trailers would be considered a strong asset
• Ability to do manual labor, including lifting between 25 and 50 lb.
• Eligible to work in Sk.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Data collection and accurate record keeping for tasks such as conducting plant counts and heights, weather data, crop staging
• Operation of drones for image collection
• Following standard operating procedures for a safe work environment, including maintaining personal safety equipment
• Operate small plot machinery such as tractors, 1-ton trucks, combines
• Field trial maintenance including tillage, plot spraying, seeding and mowing
• Truck and trailer operation

Application Documents Required:  Resume - References included, Driver's Abstract
Job Types: Fixed Contract
Contract length: 4 months
Schedule: Monday to Friday 
Supplemental pay types: Bonus pay for met safety and performance goals
Education: Secondary School (required)
Expected start date: 2025-05-01