fruit farm labourer

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

Job summary

A government organization is seeking individuals for agricultural work in Kelowna, Canada. Responsibilities include cutting crops, maintaining vines, and packing produce. No degree or experience is required, as training will be provided. This physically demanding role involves repetition and extended periods of standing, requiring physical capability for bending and kneeling. The position requires work to be completed on-site without remote options.

Qualifications

• No degree, certificate or diploma is required.
• Will train candidates who are new to the role.

Responsibilities

• Cut agricultural crops.
• Divide fresh harvested produce into marketable lots.
• Maintain and manage growth of vines, vine canopy, and grapes.
• Pack fruits and vegetables.
• Pick row and orchard crops.
• Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops.

Job description

Overview and Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

Will train

On site

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

Work site environment

• All weather conditions

Responsibilities

• Cut agricultural crops
• Divide fresh harvested produce into marketable lots and non-marketable lots
• Maintain and manage growth of vines, vine canopy and grapes
• Pack fruits and vegetables
• Pick row and orchard crops
• Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops

Experience and Specialization – Type of Product

• Fruit trees

Additional Information - Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling