operator, farm machinery

Tophay Agri-Industries Inc.; Vanderhoof; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local agricultural company is seeking a full-time worker for hay farming in Vanderhoof, BC. The role includes responsibilities such as organizing work tasks, planting and maintaining crops, and operating farm machinery. Applicants must be flexible with hours and capable of working in various conditions. The position offers a competitive salary of $23 per hour and staff accommodation. Benefits include free parking and potential housing options.

Benefits

Free parking available

On-site housing options

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in agriculture or related fields.
• Ability to work flexible hours including early mornings and evenings.
• Capable of operating farm machinery and maintaining logs.

Responsibilities

• Organize tasks to accomplish the work.
• Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops.
• Fertilize and spray crops.
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
• Maintain work records and logs.

Job description

Posted on January 07, 2026 by Employer details Tophay Agri-Industries Inc.

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Job details

• Salary: 23.00 hourly / 30 to 50 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time
• Overtime required, Early morning, Evening, Flexible hours

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

• Hay farming
• Other grain farming
• Dusty
• Grain, oil and forage crop

Work setting

• Rural area
• Staff accommodation available

Responsibilities

• Organize tasks to accomplish the work
• Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops
• Fertilize and spray crops
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
• Maintain work records and logs
• Provide group insurance benefits
• Provide life insurance

Benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site housing options

Equal Employment Opportunity

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for Persons with Disabilities

• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities

Support for Newcomers and Refugees

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees
• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (e.g., housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (e.g., facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
• Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (e.g., Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
• Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
• Does not require Canadian work experience

Support for Youth

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Support for Indigenous People

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Develops and maintains relationships with Indigenous communities, Indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
• Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
• Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers

Support for Mature Workers

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports mature workers
• Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
• Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (e.g., flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.)
• Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (e.g., gradually increasing hours and responsibilities)
• Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (e.g., adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.)

Support for Visible Minorities

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities
• Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (e.g., anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)
• Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2026-01-28

Important notice: This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.

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