Job description
Duties
Clear and collect brush and debris from fields, pens and other work areas, Clear fields of wood and stones, Disinfect pens, barns or poultry houses, Greenhouse cleaning, Level earth to fine grade specifications, Mixing fertilizer, Monitoring animal health, Organize tasks to accomplish the work, Perform animal grooming activities, Perform livestock feeding, Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops, Weeding, Fertilize and spray crops, Harvest crops, Feed and tend animals, Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment, Provide agricultural crop services such as plowing, irrigating, cultivating, spraying or harvesting, Clean stables, barns, barnyards and pens, Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock and poultry, Perform general farm duties, Set and monitor water lines, air flow and temperature in barns, pens and chicken coops Clear and collect brush and debris from fields, pens and other work areas, Clear fields of wood and stones, Disinfect pens, barns or poultry houses, Greenhouse cleaning, Level earth to fine grade specifications, Mixing fertilizer, Monitoring animal health, Organize tasks to accomplish the work, Perform animal grooming activities, Perform livestock feeding, Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops, Weeding, Fertilize and spray crops, Harvest crops, Feed and tend animals, Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment, Provide agricultural crop services such as plowing, irrigating, cultivating, spraying or harvesting, Clean stables, barns, barnyards and pens, Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock and poultry, Perform general farm duties, Set and monitor water lines, air flow and temperature in barns, pens and chicken coops
Key Responsibilities
- Plant, water, cultivate, and harvest greenhouse crops or plants
- Monitor crop quality and support sorting, grading, and packing activities
- Clean work areas, tools, trays, and production equipment
- Move supplies, containers, and harvested products safely
- Assist with greenhouse maintenance and irrigation systems
- Support daily agricultural production in a fast-paced environment
Job Bank #50014547 Requirements
- Basic English communication skills
- No degree, certificate or diploma required for most entry-level farm positions
- Experience requirement: 5 years or more
- 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
- Controlled greenhouse or nursery environment
- Exposure to humidity, heat, repetitive tasks, and prolonged standing
- Fast-paced production setting during peak agricultural seasons
- Work may involve plant care, harvesting, sorting, and packing
Benefits
- On-site housing options
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.