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Field Assistant
Glyndon
, Minnesota $30.00/Hour
Contract
On-Site
Field Assistant
Glyndon, MN
$25/HR to $30/HR
Position Overview:
We’re seeking motivated, hands-on individuals to join our Technology Development & Agronomy team as Field Assistants in Glyndon, MN. This is a temporary role lasting up to nine months, offering the chance to work in the field alongside agronomy professionals, supporting the development of high-quality product data for farmers and customers. Ideal for candidates with agricultural, field research, or farm equipment experience looking to expand their skills in a research-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Glyndon, MN
$25/HR to $30/HR
Position Overview:
We’re seeking motivated, hands-on individuals to join our Technology Development & Agronomy team as Field Assistants in Glyndon, MN. This is a temporary role lasting up to nine months, offering the chance to work in the field alongside agronomy professionals, supporting the development of high-quality product data for farmers and customers. Ideal for candidates with agricultural, field research, or farm equipment experience looking to expand their skills in a research-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Follow all OSHA and client safety protocols on and off-site.
- Assist with seed preparation, product delivery, field prep, plot staking, and regulatory documentation before planting season.
- Support planting activities under the supervision of the Agronomy Research Manager (ARM) or Technology Development Representative (TDR).
- Participate in data collection and recording throughout the growing season.
- Perform plot maintenance including mowing, hand weeding, spraying, and placing signs.
- Attend and assist with plot tours, field trainings, and demonstration days.
- Support all harvest operations, ensuring data is collected efficiently and accurately.
- Help with preventive maintenance and basic repair of farm and research equipment.
- Understand and comply with USDA-APHIS and client stewardship requirements for regulated plots.
- Tow light to medium equipment on trailers as needed.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs and work outdoors in varying conditions.
- Must pass pre-employment MVR & FMCSA checks.
- Experience operating farm or agricultural equipment.
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with Windows operating systems.
- Prior agricultural, field research, or farm experience.
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or a related field.
- Certified Pesticide Applicator license (or ability to obtain one).
- 1–3 years of relevant field or agricultural work experience.