Farm Machinery Operator in Canada
Operators may use tractors or other agricultural equipment for field preparation, planting, harvesting or material handling, depending on the operation.
Typical work setting
Fields, farmyards and equipment areas; duties vary by season and machinery.
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Useful skills and qualities
Safe equipment operation, mechanical awareness and any employer-required experience or credentials.
What to check in a vacancy
- Exact duties and experience requested by the employer.
- Work location, schedule, wage and expected weekly hours.
- Whether the role is seasonal, temporary or permanent.
- How to apply and whether the posting states who is eligible to apply.
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Pay
Do not assume one wage applies to every farm machinery operator job. Pay can vary by province, employer, duties and experience. Compare the wage together with hours and other employment terms.
Reference note: This page is general employment information, not a guarantee of a vacancy, wage, work permit or immigration eligibility.