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Jack Dutton

Saskatoon,Canada

Summary

Ambitious team player with a strong work ethic and proven communication and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to excel in field conditions through diverse experiences in work, academics, and sports. Quick learner capable of mastering new skills and completing tasks independently or collaboratively.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Summer Student

Horizon Fertilizers Ltd.

Cudworth, Saskatchewan

04.2025 - 08.2025

Managed inventory and logistics by loading/unloading fertilizer into bins and augers using a skid steer.
Handled hazardous materials, specifically moving ammonium nitrate tanks across the facility.
Operated a variety of heavy equipment, including tractors, forklifts, and skid steers, to facilitate daily plant operations.
Ensured timely customer service through the delivery of crop protection products.
Responsible for the direct operation of the fertilizer plant and the sale of pesticides to regional producers.
Maintained and repaired critical farm machinery, including cultivators, discers, and augers.

Filed Crop Scout Intern

Nutrien Ag Solutions

Biggar, Saskatchewan

04.2024 - 08.2024

Conducted comprehensive crop staging and field scouting for diverse Saskatchewan crops.
Systematically identified weeds, diseases, and insects to mitigate potential crop damage.
Executed comparative variety trials for canola to evaluate the performance of different seeds.
Developed a foundational proficiency in generating agronomic recommendations for clients.
Facilitated client relations through regular communication regarding field status and crop health.

Junior Agronomist

Max Ag Consulting

Plenty, Saskatchewan

05.2023 - 08.2023

Spearheaded pre-seeding and post-seeding scouting to identify early-season pests and insect damage.
Monitored overall crop health and performed precise plant stand counts to evaluate emergence.
Assisted in high-level research by performing ammonia trial experiments on canola.
Conducted variable rate trials on oats, directly contributing to precision agriculture data collection.

Ground Maintenance

Saskatoon Airport Authority

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

05.2022 - 08.2022

Maintained critical infrastructure by repairing ground cracks at airport gates and replacing essential signage.
Operated specialized equipment to paint runway lines and managed vegetation control through large-scale mowing across airport property.
Demonstrated environmental stewardship by humanely removing wildlife from property to ensure operational safety.
Supported administrative logistics by performing inventory audits for the IT department.

Lead Ranch Hand

Black Diamond Elk Ranch

Black Diamond, Alberta

07.2020 - 08.2021

Promoted to a leadership role with the responsibility for assigning daily work schedules and managing payroll for the ranch team.
Operated and maintained a variety of heavy machinery and small equipment, including tractors, chainsaws, and side-by-sides.
Oversaw livestock health and production by assisting in the feeding and calving of animals.
Managed facility integrity through the continuous maintenance of fences and signage across the ranch.
Coordinated logistics for ranch products by taking inventory and organizing meat products for distribution.