farm labourer - harvesting

Vermeer Orchards Inc.; Aylmer; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermeer Orchards Inc. in Ontario is seeking farm workers to support seasonal harvest operations. Training will be provided, no prior experience required.

You will perform outdoor tasks in a fast-paced, rural setting, picking apples and other fruits, with emphasis on reliability and teamwork; owning transportation is required.

Qualifications

• No degree or diploma required; on-the-job training provided.
• On-site work at rural orchard location.
• Own transportation required.
• Weight handling up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Responsibilities

• Pick row and orchard crops
• Harvest crops

Skills

Reliability

Team player

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Fruit harvester

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

No experience (will train)

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Fruit and vegetable combination farming
• Outdoors

Work setting

• Rural area
• Remote location

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Pick row and orchard crops
• Harvest crops

Experience and specialization

Type of crops

• Apples

Equipment and machinery experience

• Fruit harvester

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Walking

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Reliability
• Team player