Agricultural Inspector inspects and ensures conformance to quality standards using written specifications. May require 5 years experience in Agricultural Inspection and a high school diploma or its equivalent. Being an Agricultural Inspector applies wide range of concepts, practices, and procedures within a specific field of specialization. Works under minimum supervision. Additionally, Agricultural Inspector assignments are broad and complex in nature. Typically reports to a manager or head of the unit. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
AGRICULTURAL SAMPLER
Starting: Mid/End of June
Houlton to Caribou
AIR is a Canadian company offering a preventive detection service for agricultural fungal diseases. The program allows producers to better manage the use of pesticides. In collaboration with Lab’Eau-Air-Sol.
Description
The agricultural sampler is a key position to successfully obtain the analysis of the health of an agricultural environment. The person on duty thus becomes a front-line worker to participate in sustainable agriculture and help us meet the mandate of working towards a healthier environment. The job consists of taking the required air samples. The cassettes, once analyzed by the laboratory, will make it possible to detect fungal diseases in crops even before the effects are visible or damage is too advanced.
You will have to:
· Take air samples in couples of specific fields according to a preestablished protocol
· Verify the operational status of weather stations and other equipment during the season
· Front line customer service by being present in the field
In-house coaching and training are provided to meet the requirements of the AIR program.
Required Skills
· Have access to a vehicle and have a valid driver's license
· Good physical shape
· Experience in the agricultural field (asset)
Required Qualities
· Organizational skills and ability to adapt to the unexpected
· Autonomy and resourcefulness
· Enjoy working outdoors in the countryside
Working Conditions
· Sampling requires 3 mornings per week, the mornings are weather dependent, but normally Mon-Wed-Fri ; 15 to 25 hours per week
· Fixed-term contract from the end of June until the beginning of September (we can adapt with school schedule)
· Hourly wage of 16$/hour
· Reimbursement of mileage costs 0,55$/mile
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 25 per week
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Work Location: On the road
Expected Start Date: 06/24/2024
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