- Work Term: Seasonal
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 30 to 50 hours per week
- Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
- Experience: Experience an asset
Work site environment
OutdoorsOdoursDustyNoisyCold/refrigeratedPotato and vegetable
Work setting
Rural areaRelocation costs not covered by employer
Tasks
Clean the cropsDivide fresh harvested produce into marketable lots and non-marketable lotsGrade vegetables and fruits into different grades according to the size, shape, colour and volume to fetch high price in market.Hand harvesting vegetablesPlant, cultivate and irrigate cropsHarvest cropsExamine product for quality and its readiness for the market
Type of crops
CabbageCarrotsCauliflowersPotatoesVegetables
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environmentRepetitive tasksWork under pressureTight deadlinesPhysically demandingHand-eye co-ordinationAbility to distinguish between coloursAttention to detailStanding for extended periodsBending, crouching, kneelingWalking
Personal suitability
FlexibilityJudgementTeam player
Screening questions
Are you authorized to work in Canada?Are you willing to relocate for this position?
Employment terms options
Flexible hoursMorning
Employment terms options
DayWeekendOvertime required
Financial benefits
Group insurance benefits