Job description
Diagnose livestock health issues, Disinfect pens, barns or poultry houses, Greenhouse cleaning, Handling animals, Monitoring animal health, Perform animal grooming activities, Perform livestock feeding, Maintain quality control and production records Diagnose livestock health issues, Disinfect pens, barns or poultry houses, Greenhouse cleaning, Handling animals, Monitoring animal health, Perform animal grooming activities, Perform livestock feeding, Maintain quality control and production records
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 #50042593 Requirements
- Language requirement: English or French
- No degree, certificate or diploma required for most entry-level farm positions
- Experience requirement: 1 year to less than 2 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
- 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
- a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit, Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, 1 job posting advertised, Small business (under 5 employees), 1 business location, View business profi
Eligibility depends on the wording of the original job posting and the employer. If you are outside Canada, review the “Who can apply” information carefully and verify current Canadian work-permit requirements before applying.