Fruit Farm Worker

Alberni Valley Employment Centre; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in agriculture is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team. This role offers on-the-job training, allowing you to develop skills in crop cultivation, fertilization, and machinery operation. You will work in a rural setting, applying fertilizers, cutting crops, and ensuring the health of plants. The work environment may be challenging with exposure to various weather conditions and physical demands, but it offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to sustainable farming practices. If you are eager to learn and work in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Staff Accommodation

Qualifications

• No formal experience required; training will be provided.
• Ability to work in various weather and physical conditions.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizers and manage crop irrigation.
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and perform weeding.

Skills

Crop Cultivation

Fertilization Techniques

Machinery Operation

Weeding

Tools

Farm Machinery

Job description

Experience: Will train

Work Setting:

• Staff accommodation available
• Rural area

Tasks:

• Apply fertilizers
• Cut agricultural crops
• Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops
• Tie and secure plants
• Train trees to produce more fruit of higher quality
• Weeding
• Fertilize and spray crops
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

• Odours
• Dusty environments
• All weather conditions
• Dirty conditions