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orchard worker

Shuh Farms Inc. • West Montrose, ON, CA • 1w ago

Work Term: Seasonal
Work Language: English
Hours: 60 hours per week
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: Will train

Work site environment

Fruit and vegetable combination farmingDustyNoisyAll weather conditions

Work setting

Rural areaRemote locationRelocation costs not covered by employer

Tasks

Clear fields of wood and stonesPlant, cultivate and irrigate cropsShear and shape trees and plants with knifeTie and secure plantsTrain trees to produce more fruit of higher qualityWeeding

Type of product

Deciduous trees

Type of crops

Apples

Transportation/travel information

Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Fast-paced environmentRepetitive tasksWork under pressurePhysically demandingManual dexterityHand-eye co-ordinationAttention to detailStanding for extended periodsBending, crouching, kneelingCombination of sitting, standing, walkingWalking

Weight handling

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

Efficient interpersonal skillsJudgementReliabilityTeam playerValues and ethics

Screening questions

Are you authorized to work in Canada?Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?Do you live near the job location?Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?