Job description
Clear fields of wood and stones, Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops, Harvest crops, Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment, Examine product for quality and its readiness for the market, Apply the technique of hoeing between the row, Divide fresh harvested produce into marketable lots and non-marketable lots Clear fields of wood and stones, Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops, Harvest crops, Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment, Examine product for quality and its readiness for the market, Apply the technique of hoeing between the row, Divide fresh harvested produce into marketable lots and non-marketable lots
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 #50196519 Requirements
- Basic English communication skills
- No degree, certificate or diploma required for most entry-level farm positions
- Experience requirement: No experience (will train)
- 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
- Competitive hourly wage with stable full-time opportunities
- Overtime pay may be available depending on the season and workload
- Health and financial benefits may be offered according to employer policy
- On-the-job training for entry-level farm positions
- Long-term employment opportunities for reliable workers
- Accommodation or transportation support may be available in some positions
Who can apply
- a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit, poultry farm labourer Brothers Poultry, livestock labourer VAN BOEKEL HOG FARMS INC., general farm worker J & L Walker Farms Ltd., dairy farm work
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.