Mushroom Cultivation Technician

5 months ago

Calgary, Canada Trafford Farms Full time

**Important: Read Before Continuing**

**Please note that this position is partially funded through the Student Work Placement Program. To be considered eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria**:

- **Be either a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or a protected person as defined by the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.**:

- **Currently enrolled as a student in an accredited post-secondary institution program in Canada.**:

- **Not hold the status of an international student with a work permit.**

URBAN GOURMET MUSHROOM FARM OPERATOR

At Trafford Farms, our mission is to advance access to sustainably grown food by creating a platform that connects communities, preserves cherished memories around meals, and supports local farmers and producers. We strive to educate and inspire individuals to make healthier food choices while promoting environmental stewardship and fostering a global movement of conscious consumption.

As an Urban Farmer you have a passion for mushrooms and top-quality food and are an ambassador for Trafford Farms and our mission. Moreover, having high attention to detail, being well organized and time management are among your strongest skills.

Qualities:

- You're excited about our vision to redefine the food/farming industry.
- You believe diversity, collaboration and teamwork are key drivers for success.
- You thrive in an environment where you can take ownership and solve hard problems.
- You love a challenge and want to do well while doing good.
- You want to expand your horizons and grow with us as we grow.

**Responsibilities**:

- Harvest TF gourmet mushrooms from our container farms using a range of manual and automated processes to package them ready for sale to our customers.
- Follow defined workflows and production schedules to ensure daily required volumes meet our high-quality standards.
- Record & track growth daily, along with other metrics.
- Monitor and control environmental factors such as temperature, humidity, CO2 levels.
- Conduct regular testing for optimizing crop yield, nutritional value and sustainability.
- Prepare orders and deliver to our customers.
- Collaborate with other team members to implement cultivation techniques.
- Protect yourself and others by following health and safety guidelines.

Being part of a world-class team delivering high quality products to our customers with mínimal waste.

**Qualifications**:

- Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Prior experience in horticulture, agriculture, or related field is an asset but not required.

**Project Specific Work for Students from Various Backgrounds**:
At Trafford Farms, we recognize the value of diversity and welcome students from all academic backgrounds. We are committed to providing project-specific work tailored to the interests and career goals of our interns. Here are some examples of how students from different disciplines can contribute:

- **Arts**: Students studying arts or humanities can contribute to marketing and branding initiatives, including social media campaigns, website content development, and graphic design projects.
- **Business**: Business students can assist with market research, sales analysis, and business development activities, including identifying new potential markets and strategic partnerships.
- **STEM**: Students with a background in technology can explore opportunities to optimize our indoor farming systems through data analysis, automation, and software development projects.

**Impactful Work**

By joining Trafford Farms as an urban farmer, students will engage in meaningful work that contributes to the local economy, promotes sustainable agriculture practices, and provides access to fresh and nutritious food in our community. We are committed to supporting student employment, ensuring that this opportunity provides valuable experience and skills development for young professionals aspiring to make a difference in the agricultural industry.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Seasonal, Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 4 months

Pay: $16.00-$20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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