Job description
Duties
Cultivate on vertical farming system, Cut agricultural crops, Develop specific plans to prioritize, Follow sustainable soy farming practices such as crop rotation, reduced-till or no-till, water and nutrient management, precision farming technology and cover crops, Oversee the activities of clearing the fields, Oversee the process of hoeing crops, Remove manually all suckers and water sprouts, Tie and secure plants, Weeding, Co-ordinate and supervise the work of general farm workers and harvesting labourers, Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed, Maintain quality control and production records, Supervise and oversee growing and other crop-related operations, Maintain work records and logs, Hire and train staff, Perform general farm duties Cultivate on vertical farming system, Cut agricultural crops, Develop specific plans to prioritize, Follow sustainable soy farming practices such as crop rotation, reduced-till or no-till, water and nutrient management, precision farming technology and cover crops, Oversee the activities of clearing the fields, Oversee the process of hoeing crops, Remove manually all suckers and water sprouts, Tie and secure plants, Weeding, Co-ordinate and supervise the work of general farm workers and harvesting labourers, Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed, Maintain quality control and production records, Supervise and oversee growing and other crop-related operations, Maintain work records and logs, Hire and train staff, Perform general farm duties
Key Responsibilities
- Plant, cultivate, irrigate, and harvest crops according to farm operations
- Clean crops, work areas, tools, and farm equipment
- Load, unload, and move crates, supplies, and farm produce
- Operate basic farm machinery and equipment safely
- Assist with fertilizing, spraying, and general field maintenance
- Support daily agricultural activities in a physically active environment
Job Bank #48992372 Requirements
- Basic English communication skills
- No degree, certificate or diploma required for most entry-level farm positions
- Experience requirement: 2 years to less than 3 years
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, walking, and standing for long periods
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overtime when required
- Strong work ethic, reliability, teamwork, and ability to work outdoors or in farm production environments
Work Environment
- On-site work only; remote work is not available
- Outdoor and physically demanding agricultural environment
- Exposure to dust, weather changes, heat, cold, and repetitive tasks
- Fast-paced setting with seasonal workload changes
- Work may take place in crop fields, orchards, or harvesting areas
Benefits
- Health care plan
- Free parking available, Learning/training paid by employer, On-site amenities, On-site housing options, Paid time off (volunteering or personal days), Variable or compressed work week
Who can apply
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada, other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit, Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, 1 job posting advertised, Small business (under 5 employees), 1 business location
You may try your luck even if you are a foreign candidate outside Canada. Some employers are open to international profiles, especially if you have relevant experience or can obtain a work permit.