Overview

Languages

English or French

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

Wet/damp
Dusty
All weather conditions

Work setting

Rural area
Relocation costs not covered by employer

Responsibilities

Tasks

Apply fertilizers
Apply the technique of hoeing between the row
Clean the crops
Cut agricultural crops
Cut agricultural seed according to farm standards
Divide fresh harvested produce into marketable lots and non-marketable lots
Dose water saturation, light and temperature as instructed for crop growth and development
Grade vegetables and fruits into different grades according to the size, shape, colour and volume to fetch high price in market.
Hand harvesting vegetables
Pack fruits and vegetables
Pick row and orchard crops
Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops
Sort fruits and vegetables
Tie and secure plants
Weeding
Clean work area
Harvest crops
Load, unload and transfer crates, supplies and farm produce, livestock and poultry
Examine product for quality and its readiness for the market

Experience and specialization

Type of crops

Asparagus
Bell peppers
Cabbage
Carrots
Cauliflowers
Cucumbers
Field berries
Garlic
Onions
Raspberries
Strawberries
Tomatoes
Zucchinis
Potatoes
Vegetables

Equipment and machinery experience

Farm truck
Tractor
Planting equipment
Hand tools

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

Valid driver's licence
Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Ability to work independently
Fast-paced environment
Repetitive tasks
Handling heavy loads
Tight deadlines
Manual dexterity
Hand-eye co-ordination
Ability to distinguish between colours
Standing for extended periods
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Sitting
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Walking

Weight handling

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

Efficient interpersonal skills
Flexibility
Judgement
Reliability
Team player
Values and ethics

Benefits

Health benefits

Health care plan

Financial benefits

As per collective agreement

Other Benefits

Free parking available
Learning/training paid by employer
Team building opportunities

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for newcomers and refugees

Does not require Canadian work experience

Support for mature workers

Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers

Rideau Pines Farm

Open Positions

harvest hand