Agronomist Full Time

AGRONOMIST – Vulcan and Area

Permanent, Full-Time Position

Company

We are looking for someone with a passion for agronomy. We are looking for a person willing to learn and help our team grow in our ever-changing agriculture environment. Our company teams up with our clients to focus on agronomy and fertility management. We are not an agronomy sales company.

Our motto is “Focusing on your Success.” This is for both our clients and our team. We work at creating a culture where we all contribute and grow. 2nd Opinion Consulting started 2007, Safety is a priority.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Provide customized consulting services in the form of crop production recommendations in Crop rotations, fertility (micro/macro & Variable rate), soil testing, field scouting, weed and disease management.
• Work with the team to implement fertility and integrated pest management programs.
• Management and record keeping of field boundaries, soil sampling, field scouting, and production.
• Manage scouting and staging of various agricultural crops and pastures including weed and pest identification in various stages; follow-up post herbicide/pesticide application.
• Soil sampling interpretation (when required).
• Consistently develop knowledge of new products in chemical, fertilizer, and seed technologies.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Agricultural diploma or designation (CCA or P, Ag) is preferred, university degree an asset. Those with Agronomic experience in the industry interested please apply.
• Attain/maintain CCA (Certified Crop Advisor) accreditation.
• Demonstrated understanding of the agricultural industry and agronomy best practices.
• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial spirit, work independently to produce efficient, effective results.
• Shows leadership, interpersonal, and strong communication skills. Is a team player.
• Strong technical and organizational skills
• Proficient use of computer hardware/Microsoft Office/program software/internet to compile, maintain, and update various information.
• Accountability, Adaptability and Flexibility required for a rapidly changing business environment.

COMPENSATION:

Competitive salary, a bonus structure and benefits package.

This position is ideal if you share our passion for crop production, customer service and thrive in supporting the local community.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $60,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• DCS / DEC (preferred)

Experience:

• Agronomic: 1 year (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Vulcan, AB T0L 2B0 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Vulcan, AB T0L 2B0: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person