Date Posted: |   | Dec 19, 2024 |
Closing Date: |   | Jan 08, 2025 |
Location: |   | Medicine Hat & area |
Status: |   | Summer / Seasonal |
Description
Richardson Pioneer, a division of Richardson International, is Canada’s leading agribusiness. Richardson Pioneer supports Canadian farmers throughout the growing season – providing agronomic services and advice, selling crop inputs, buying their crops at harvest and selling them to markets around the world through the most efficient network of high throughput Ag Business Centres in Western Canada.
Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have opportunities for Agribusiness Summer Students at Dunmore Richardson Pioneer Ag Business Centre across Western Canada. Summer Students are responsible for providing support to our teams at Richardson Pioneer and for supporting the efficient and profitable operation of our Ag Business Centres.
Qualifications
- Strong interest and knowledge of Agriculture
- Highly self-motivated, organized and detail oriented
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Students or graduates of an Agriculture degree or diploma program focusing on Agronomy, Plant Science or Soil Science
- A valid driver's licence is required
- Agriculture background is considered an asset but not required
Responsibilities
- Assist with crop input retail activities
- Scout crops for weeds, disease and insects
- Soil & tissue testing
- Assist with the purchase, storage and shipping of grain
- Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner
- Provide excellent customer service to our farm customers
Term Of Appointment
Summer/Seasonal