Farm Labor Contractor Mercor Canada

The Farm Labor Contractor role at Mercor offers a chance for seasoned agricultural professionals to dive into a short-term AI research project from anywhere in Canada. This contract-based, remote job pays CAD $80–$150 per hour, depending on experience, with payments processed weekly. The work involves crafting questions based on farm labor expertise to support a top-tier AI company’s research. Candidates need a high school diploma and at least 4 years of full-time farm labor contracting experience. Key strengths include sharp thinking, deep industry know-how, and comfort using a desktop or laptop (no Chromebooks). This role, lasting 3–4 weeks with a minimum of 15 hours per week, fits self-starters eager to blend agriculture with cutting-edge tech.

About Company

Mercor, based in San Francisco, links skilled talent with leading AI research labs worldwide. With a team of 51–200, the company thrives on pairing experts with projects that matter. Backed by investors like Benchmark and General Catalyst, Mercor drives innovation in AI applications. The focus is on matching people’s skills to roles where they shine, especially in fields like agriculture.

Job Title

Farm Labor Contractor

Responsibilities

• Create detailed questions about farm labor contracting for an AI research project.
• Draw on experience to highlight real-world agricultural labor challenges.
• Work online with researchers to fine-tune question sets for accuracy.
• Review project materials to ensure they reflect industry realities.
• Write clear, concise notes to support research deliverables.
• Share insights on AI outputs tied to farm labor practices.
• Dig into agricultural labor trends to shape relevant questions.
• Meet project goals and deadlines with consistent effort.
• Commit at least 15 hours weekly to project tasks.
• Update progress through online tools without meetings.
• Keep all project data private and secure.
• Tailor questions to Canadian farming practices and seasons.
• Use a desktop or laptop to access project platforms.
• Track work hours accurately for weekly payouts.
• Offer expert input to improve AI tools for agriculture.

Requirements

Education

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Extra training in agriculture or labor management is a bonus but not essential.

Experience

At least 4 years of full-time work as a Farm Labor Contractor is necessary. Experience in the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, or Hunting sector is a must.

Skills

• Strong ability to analyze and break down complex industry issues.
• Clear writing to document ideas and insights.
• Self-discipline to manage tasks in a remote, flexible setup.
• Comfort using a desktop or laptop computer (no Chromebooks allowed).
• Time management to hit weekly hour goals.
• Precision in crafting accurate, useful content.

Knowledge

• In-depth understanding of farm labor contracting and workforce coordination.
• Familiarity with Canadian agricultural labor laws and practices.
• Awareness of seasonal and regional factors in farming.
• Knowledge of managing farm labor crews effectively.
• Understanding of data privacy in research projects.
• Basic grasp of how AI can apply to agriculture.

Applicant Location

This role is fully remote and open to candidates living in Canada. A desktop or laptop computer is required; Chromebooks are not supported.

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