Tech III, Field Research (T)
Morden, MB, CA, R6M 1C2
Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity.
Nutrien Ag Solutions is the retail division of Nutrien, providing full-acre solutions through our network of trusted crop consultants at more than 2,000 locations in North America, South America, and Australia. For more than 150 years, we have been helping growers achieve the highest yields with the most sustainable solutions possible, offering a wide selection of products, including our proprietary brands: Loveland Products, Inc.; Proven®Seed and Dyna-Gro®Seed; as well as financial, custom application and precision ag services.
Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien and Nutrien Ag Solutions.
This role will work closely with the Research Agronomist to successfully conduct experimental trials in canola, corn, soybean, wheat, and barley, and will help test the Loveland Products line of high-performance crop input products.
This is a temporary position with an expected duration from April 2026 - April 2027.
What You'll Do:
- Work with the Research Agronomist to plan and conduct the field testing of designated research material using defined methods that will ensure accuracy and optimize results under experimental protocol.
- Support and work alongside seasonal staff members by providing training, coaching on safety, answering questions, partnering on the completion of work assignments.
- Maintain equipment, including troubleshooting and repairs as needed.
- Follow procedures, prepare seed samples, plant, spray, maintain and harvest research trials, collect data, and operate field equipment as well as a truck and trailer.
- Assist in conducting field tours.
- Maintain a daily log of activities.
- Actively follow safety procedures, wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
- Mandatory over time during busy season and some travel will be required.
- Completing other assignments as needed to meet business objectives.
What You'll Bring:
- High School diploma or equivalent is required.
- Willingness to work in adverse conditions (e.g. dusty, hot/cool/windy weather, etc.) and ability to repeatedly lift up to 25 kg.
- Valid driver’s license required; able and willing to obtain Class 3 driver’s license.
- Possess a strong attention to detail, safety-focus, and ability to keep organized.
- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture is preferred.
- Experience in operating small plot research equipment such as tractors, seeders, sprayers and combines is an asset.
- Familiarity with mixing/applying pesticides using a hand boom and backpack sprayer is preferred.
- Knowledge of relevant crop research in canola, corn, wheat, barley or soybean is beneficial.
Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!
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