- Work Term: Seasonal
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week
- Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
- Experience: Experience an asset
Work site environment
Organic farmingOutdoorsAll weather conditions
Tasks
Apply fertilizersApply the technique of hoeing between the rowClean the cropsClear and collect brush and debris from fields, pens and other work areasDivide 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.Greenhouse cleaningHand harvesting vegetablesPlant, cultivate and irrigate cropsRemove manually all suckers and water sproutsWeedingClean work areaHarvest cropsOperate and maintain farm machinery and equipmentExamine product for quality and its readiness for the market
Equipment and machinery experience
Farm truckTractorTillage equipmentHand tools
Area of specialization
Nursery or greenhouse
Transportation/travel information
Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Ability to work independentlyFast-paced environmentRepetitive tasksWork under pressureHandling heavy loadsTight deadlinesPhysically demandingAbility to distinguish between coloursAttention to detailStanding for extended periodsBending, crouching, kneelingLarge workloadCombination of sitting, standing, walkingWalking
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Personal suitability
FlexibilityOrganizedReliabilityTeam playerQuick learner
Screening questions
Do you have experience working in this field?Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?
Employment terms options
Early morning
Employment terms options
Weekend
