general labourer - farm

Government of Canada; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the agricultural sector is seeking dedicated individuals for on-site farming roles. Responsibilities include cleaning crops, grading produce, and operating machinery. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment and possess strong teamwork skills. Training will be provided for all applicants.

Qualifications

• Will train provided for the role.

Responsibilities

• Clean the crops and grade vegetables/fruits.
• Hand harvesting and planting crops.
• Operate and maintain farm machinery.

Skills

Flexibility

Organized

Team player

Quick learner

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview 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

• Fruit and vegetable combination farming
• Outdoors
• Wet/damp
• Dusty
• Hot
• Noisy
• Cold/refrigerated

Responsibilities Tasks

• Clean the crops
• Grade vegetables and fruits into different grades according to the size, shape, colour and volume to fetch high price in market.
• Hand harvesting vegetables
• Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops
• Weeding
• Harvest crops
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
• Examine product for quality and its readiness for the market

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player
• Quick learner