Field Crops Technician - Jobs in Truro, NS

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Position DetailsPosition InformationPosition Title Field Crops TechnicianDepartment/Unit Plant, Food and Envir SciencesLocation TruroPosting Number S413-22Employee Group NSGEU Local 77Position Type Regular, On-GoingDuration of Contract (if applicable)Employment Type Part TimeFull-time Equivalency (FTE) 0.538 FTESalary $24.32 - $30.85 per hour ($41,101 - $52,130 per annum, 32.5 hours per week). This is a 0.538 FTE position, so annual salary will be prorated to $22,112 - $28,045 (17.5 hours per week).Classification T7Provisional StatementThis is a provisional classification. Formal classification procedures will be initiated by the Job Design Unit in approximately six months.About Dalhousie UniversityDalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.Job SummaryThe Faculty of Agriculture, Dalhousie University is a small research-intensive campus located in Truro, NS. Offering technical, undergraduate and graduate programs in agriculture, environment and related life and social science disciplines, the Faculty of Agriculture educates future leaders and generates knowledge and innovative solutions for healthy, sustainable societies. Reporting to the Outdoor Classroom and Landscape Manager, the Field Crops Technician will provide technical support to the department’s academic programmes at all levels (diploma, degree and graduate courses) and to field crop research.Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain large and small field and lab equipment, and department vehicles. Provide driving support for class field trips as required.
• Engage in field layout, planting, spraying, harvesting, storage of plants and plant products, and participate in field crop production. This includes providing technical support to faculty, and honours and graduate students in their field research, and supervising summer student staff.
• Provide technical set-up and support in labs for various courses at diploma, degree and graduate levels.
• Oversee and maintain the Plumdale research facility and orchard as well as the pesticide, crop and equipment storage facilities, including inventory and records.
• Prepare and ensure adherence to safe field and lab work procedures by students, faculty and staff.
• Provide field equipment training to staff, research interns and graduate students.

NoteThis position may require work outside of regular office hours, especially during field season, e.g. early morning and late evening work may be required during peak times. Compensation will be in accordance with the collective agreement.Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.Dalhousie’s vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination. However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.Required QualificationsUndergraduate degree in related field such as Plant Science or Horticulture, plus approximately one to three years’ relevant experience (or equivalent combination of training and experience) is required. Demonstrated experience in field crop production and management; understanding of field research; and experience operating tractors and small plot and field tillage equipment. Proven working knowledge of MS Office and Outlook. Strong attention to detail while multi-tasking and working independently. Experience in communicating verbally and in technical writing with a wide variety of individuals and industries. Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and an understanding of safe work practices. Must be able to tolerate conditions in labs and field including extensive walking, lifting of materials, loud equipment, inclement weather and dust, and risk of exposure to pesticides. Must have or obtain prior to or within the first 6 months of employment: Pesticide Applicator’s License, certification in WHIMIS, OHS, First Aid, tractor safety training, and a Class 4 NS driving license with condition 15 endorsement.AssetsJob CompetenciesAdditional InformationDalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.Application ConsiderationBargaining unit employees (NSGEU local 77) are given priority consideration and will be notified on the status of their application following assessment. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit.We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources.Diversity StatementDalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.Posting Detail InformationNumber of Vacancies One (1)Open Date 10/11/2022Close Date 11/08/2022Open Until Filled NoSpecial Instructions to ApplicantQuick Apply

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