Field Operation Assistant – Part‑time Farm Support
mcgill · Horticulture Service
Job description
About the role
The Field Operation Assistant supports daily activities at the Macdonald Campus Farm and Horticulture Centre. This part‑time, fixed‑term position runs from late August to mid‑November and offers hands‑on experience in a university‑run horticultural environment.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare soil, pick rocks, seed, transplant and prune crops.
- Operate a tractor for field work and assist with harvesting fruits and vegetables.
- Sell produce at the Mac Market counter and interact with customers.
- Collect data from research plots and record observations.
- Perform additional tasks assigned by the Chief Horticulture Technician.
Required profile
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- No prior experience required; willingness to learn horticultural practices.
- Authorization to work in Canada and ability to work in Quebec.
- Basic proficiency in English (level 2 of 0‑4).
Required skills
- Tractor operation.
What we offer
- Hourly wage of $18.00 (CAD) for a 15‑hour work week.
- Experience in a research‑focused agricultural setting.
- Opportunity to develop practical horticulture and customer‑service skills.
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