Operator/General Labour (Spring/Summer 2026) - Central Ontario FS - Drayton, ON

FS System; Drayton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural firm in Drayton is looking for a Seasonal Equipment Operator to assist with general labor duties including operating machinery and handling materials. Candidates should possess a valid driver's license and be able to lift 55lbs. This position offers a chance to grow within the agricultural sector, making it ideal for those interested in gaining experience in this field.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

RRSP

Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate straightforward plant equipment.
• DZ license is an asset.
• Willingness to work extended hours during planting and harvesting.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and perform general labor duties.
• Load and unload materials onto trucks or trailers.
• Transfer goods and prepare them for shipment.
• Blend fertilizer and grade grain.

Skills

General knowledge of plant equipment

Valid driver's license

Ability to lift 55lbs

Ability to operate skid steer

Conversational English

Basic math skills

Desire to grow in agriculture

Tools

Forklift

Skid steer

Loader

Job description

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City: Drayton

State: ON

Central Ontario FS, a division of GROWMARK, Inc, is a great company to work for, large enough to offer solid career opportunities and great benefits, but with a friendly, personal feel.

AtCentral Ontario FS, we specialize in agronomy, energy products and grain marketing. We are driven to deliver innovative solutions to help improve the profitability of our customers and farmer owners.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

If you love working with your hands and are interested in agriculture, then we can’t wait to talk to you!

In this role you will:

• Operate straightforward equipment and/or machinery and complete general labour duties.
• Load and unload containers, materials and products on trucks, or trailers by hand or by forklift truck.
• Transfer goods, organize the products received and prepare goods for shipment.
• Blend fertilizer.
• You may receive grain, and grade by sampling, testing, and weighing the product to ensure quality aligns with GROWMARK’s standards.
• Remove snow in winter months.

*****This role is a Spring/Summer Seasonal role****

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• A general knowledge and skills required to safely operate straightforward plant equipment, and/or machinery.
• A valid driver’s license, with a clean record. DZ license is an asset.
• Ability to lift 55lbs.
• Ability to operate skid steer, loader, and/or bob cat.
• Ability to read maps, bills of ladings, follow specific delivery directions and instructions, follow posted safety rules and safe operating procedures to ensure proper techniques are performed; write and make accurate entries in daily driving log, comprehend simple instructions.
• Conversational English skills.
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, and divide).
• Desire to grow with the company. This position is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to learn the agricultural business and grow in their career.
• Willingness to work extra hours in the spring planting and fall harvesting seasons.

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE

• We value relationships and people first and foremost.
• We are a company that gives back to the community.
• We emphasize sustainability practices and stewardship of our resources.
• We provide access to in-house training and leadership development opportunities.
• We ensure that employee health and wellness matters to us!

WHAT YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT US

Central Ontario FS is a retail division of GROWMARK, INC. serves local producers across Central and Southern Ontario. We provide leading-edge agronomic products & solutions, including precision ag services delivered by a skilled team of professionals.

Our average full-time tenure is 12 years, with 20% of our full-timers having more than 25 years of service.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.

Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

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SECURING YOUR FUTURE, ONE BENEFIT AT A TIME.

Our benefits packages are designed to support every aspect of our employees’ well-being—from health plans to life insurance, robust retirement plans, and more. We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future.

Offerings may include, but are not limited to:

UNITED STATES:

• Fully Funded Pension*
• 401(k) & Employer Match
• HSA & Employer Contributions
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Identity Protection

*The pension plan is subject to individual company participation. Those who do not participate in the pension plan enjoy a higher 401(k) employer match.

**Some benefits are subject to the hiring company.

CANADA:

• RRSP
• Life Insurance
• Disability

*Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type

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