Lab Technician, Contract

Croptimistic Technology is an international agriculture technology (agtech) company best known for our product SWAT MAPS. Our market leading technology, SWAT MAPS, is a turn-key variable rate process that produces soil, water, and topography maps for zone management during variable rate application. Croptimistic is best known for SWAT MAPS, but this technology is more than a map. We are building the only all-in-one precision agronomy solution.  

We were chosen as one of Saskatchewan's Top Employers in 2025 and 2026 and are backed by a growing team of professionals who are empowering the modern farm with an ecosystem of technology, tools, and knowledge to optimize profitability and sustainability. Our vision is to be the global leader in premium precision agriculture services. We are guided by our core values to maintain a grassroots operation, act with integrity, pioneer innovation and serve our communities.

As the Lab Technician, you would be responsible for basic laboratory operations and ensuring a high quality of service and accuracy. Croptimistic’s soil lab plays a key role in supporting our precision agronomy services. This is a temporary position, with the potential for permanent employment.

Responsibilities 

• Perform routine laboratory procedures
  
  
  
  • Soil sample intake & data entry
  
  
  • Grind soils
  
  
  • Weigh soil samples
  
  
  • Run and monitor equipment
  
  
  • Extract and filter soil samples
  
  
  
  


• Assist with the logistics and organisation of samples


• Thorough and accurate completion of data entry and documentation


• Follow lab procedures precisely to ensure consistent, reliable results


• Adhere to laboratory standard turn-around times


• Clean labware and laboratory workspaces


• Monitor and maintain inventory as required


• Maintain a safe testing environment that is compliant with policies and procedures


• Report any issues immediately to the Lab Manager to ensure production is not compromised

Requirements 

• Communication, organization and problem-solving skills


• Able to manage time efficiently while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced environment


• Ability to use Microsoft Office


• Able to work independently and as part of a team


• Safety-conscious


• Valid driver’s license


• High school diploma or equivalent


• Previous experience working in a lab environment is considered an asset


• Willing to work overtime, including Saturdays


• Physical ability to stand or sit for long periods of time, lift 50lbs occasionally, and manual dexterity


• Able to wear personal protective equipment, such as dust masks and gloves