Agricultural Collections Technician - Ottawa, Canada - A&L Canada Laboratories

A&L Canada Laboratories
A&L Canada Laboratories
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Ottawa, Canada

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Description
A & L Canada Laboratories Inc.

(A & L) is one of Ontario's largest Agricultural and Environmental laboratories specializing in soil, plant tissue, fertilizer, food and water testing.

A & L provides reliable, comprehensive and effective services for analytical testing.

Our Environmental division provides inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, general chemistry, microbiology and pesticide analysis using state of the art technology and methodology.

A & L Canada Laboratories Inc.

is currently seeking a Field Collections Technician in the Ottawa area who will be responsible for collecting samples on location.


Responsibilities:


  • Collaborate with Dispatch to efficiently and professionally complete assigned tasks, including soil sampling, plant tissue testing, carbon sampling, boundary mapping, crop mapping, and other precision agriculturerelated activities.
  • Conduct outdoor work in all weather conditions, demonstrating adaptability and a willingness to learn.
  • Perform basic reporting and tracking for daily jobs, ensuring accurate and timely documentation.
  • Handle and label samples meticulously, recognizing the importance of maintaining data integrity.
  • Safely operate company equipment and adhere to all safety standards.
  • Provide exceptional customer service to clients, representing A & L with professionalism and expertise.

Qualifications:


  • Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions, including cold, rain, wind, and sun.
  • Highly motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn new skills.
  • Proficient in basic reporting and tracking procedures.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle and label samples accurately.
  • Excellent customer service skills with a clientfocused approach.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to operate a pickup truck with a trailer and ATV (driving records check required).
  • Physically capable of lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. and walking for extended periods in fields.
  • Experience with precision agriculture or familiarity with related concepts is a plus.
  • Ability to perform routine equipment maintenance, daily care, and minor repairs.

What We Offer:


  • Competitive wages
  • Comprehensive training and equipment provided.
  • Opportunities for extended/additional hours and travel.
  • Independence and selfmotivation in your work.
  • The opportunity to make a positive impact on local growers and farmers, as they rely on your collected samples for their plantings.
  • Flexibility in nonpeak seasons, allowing for vacation planning.

Additional Information:

All passionate agriculture enthusiasts are encouraged to apply, even if they don't meet all the requirements. We will assess and provide necessary training as needed.


Benefits:


  • Company car
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match

Flexible Language Requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

  • Overtime
pay


Application question(s):

  • Do you have experience driving and backing in with a trailer?
  • This position requires you to store a company truck and trailer do you have adequate space (offroad)?

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (required)

Willingness to travel:

  • 75% (preferred)

Work Location:
In person
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