farm machinery operator

Government of Canada; Melfort; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Melfort, Canada is seeking a dedicated farm worker to undertake tasks such as planting, cultivating, and maintaining crops. The ideal candidate will have the ability to operate farm machinery and work in varying weather conditions. This role requires 1-2 years of experience and an Air Brake (Z) Endorsement. Health care plans and transportation are provided by the employer. Staff accommodations are also available.

Benefits

Health care plan

Transportation provided by employer

Staff accommodation provided

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of farming experience is required.
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Plant, cultivate, and irrigate crops.
• Fertilize and spray crops.
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
• Maintain work records and logs.
• Perform general farm duties.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Fertilizing and spraying crops

Operating and maintaining farm machinery

Planting and irrigating crops

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Harvesters

Tractor

Combine harvester

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Work site environment

• Oilseed (except soybean) farming
• Other grain farming
• Outdoors
• All weather conditions

Work setting

• Rural area
• Staff accommodation provided

Responsibilities Tasks

• Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops
• Fertilize and spray crops
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
• Maintain work records and logs
• Perform general farm duties
• Write daily basic progress reports

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Experience and specialization Equipment and machinery experience

• Harvesters
• Seed drill
• Tractor
• Combine harvester
• Farm truck
• Planting equipment
• Tillage equipment

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Benefits

Health benefits

• Health care plan

Other benefits

• Transportation provided by employer