Agriculture Technician

McCain Foods • Burley, ID

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This entry-level, temporary summer position in Burley, Idaho, is suited to individuals interested in agricultural sciences, supply chain management, or potato crop research. It provides hands-on experience supporting the raw potato supply chain, with a focus on agronomy and new-variety research trials, grower extension activities, commercial crop intelligence, and field and storage management.

The Agriculture Technician supports research and commercial evaluations, collects and documents agronomic observations, monitors crop development, and assists with planting, harvest, and post-harvest activities. The role works under the direction of the Regional Agronomist and involves interaction with growers, researchers, agronomists, and extension professionals.

Requirements

• Interest in agricultural sciences, supply chain management, potato crop research, or a related field.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to field sites.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and field conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols.
• Effective communication, teamwork, organization, and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with potato research trials evaluating variety performance, agronomic performance, and soil health from planting through harvest.
• Collect crop growth measurements, disease observations, yield estimates, and other agronomic data under the direction of the Regional Agronomist.
• Maintain accurate records and support consistent sample collection, handling, and documentation.
• Prepare materials, attend field days, and help coordinate grower outreach and extension activities.
• Support commercial-scale evaluations of new potato varieties for yield, quality, disease resistance, and suitability for commercial production.
• Record and summarize observational data to help regional teams determine which varieties should advance.
• Gather and report real-time crop development information through field scouting, irrigation and nutrient monitoring, and assessments of crop health, expected production, and emerging risks.
• Assist with planting and harvest logistics and support post-harvest data collection related to storage conditions and quality retention.

Benefits

• Health coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Retirement savings benefits.
• Leave support, including medical, family, and bereavement leave.
• Vacation and holidays.
• Company-supported volunteering time.
• Mental health resources.
• Exposure to the full potato supply chain and direct interaction with commercial growers, researchers, agronomists, and extension professionals.
• Hands-on experience with field research, crop monitoring, variety evaluation, storage management, and agricultural operations.
• Opportunities to develop skills in crop data analytics, summary reporting, and applied agronomic problem-solving.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed