Working Level Labourer

Employment and Social Development Canada; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 61,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada - Science and Technology Branch at the Normandin Experimental Farm in Quebec is seeking a farm worker to support research teams by preparing, maintaining, and harvesting experimental plots in the fields.

The position is a seasonal indeterminate GL-MAN-05 at the Normandin Experimental Farm, involving operating tractors and farm equipment, maintaining plots, and detailed record-keeping. Salary is $29.20 to $31.73 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in agricultural production on farm operations.
• Experience operating tractors or other farm equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform field and greenhouse activities for scientific purposes (field/seedbed prep, seeding, ploughing).
• Participate in maintenance of experimental plots.
• Operate tractors and farm equipment (tractors, seeders, harvesters, mowers, PPE).
• Assist with maintenance of field equipment and vehicles.
• Clean and organize facilities, including workshops and labs.
• Maintain detailed records of activities and supplies using electronic and manual methods.

Skills

Experience in agricultural production

Experience operating tractors or farm‑

Education

AEDU: related field education

Job description

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada- Science and Technology Branch

Selection process number
26-AGR-QC-EA-STB-68823--1

Salary
$29.20 to $31.73 per hour-Salary under review

Who can apply
Persons residing within a 150-kilometre radius of Normandin, Quebec and who are legally authorized to work in Canada.

Duties
What is your mandate as a farm worker? Provide a service to the various research teams by preparing, establishing, maintaining, and harvesting experimental plots in the fields.Farm workers have the following responsibilities:

• Perform field and greenhouse activities (field/seedbed preparation, seeding, ploughing) for scientific purposes;
• Participate in the maintenance of experimental plots;
• Operate agricultural vehicles and equipment such as tractors, seeders, forage harvesters, mowers, string trimmers, and irrigation equipment;
• Assist with the maintenance of field equipment and vehicles;
• Clean and organize facilities, including workshops, pesticide or fertilizer mixing station, and laboratories;
• Maintain a detailed record of activities and supplies for research and maintenance purposes using both electronic and manual record-keeping methods.

Work environment
The work is carried out at the Normandin Experimental Farm, an Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) research site located in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region. Recognized for its leading expertise in agri-environmental research and forage crops, the farm contributes to the development of sustainable agricultural practices and to the advancement of scientific knowledge adapted to cold and humid climatic conditions.The farm encompasses 145 hectares of cultivated land, including approximately 20 hectares of experimental plots dedicated to conducting research projects under commercial-scale production conditions. These facilities support long-term studies on cropping systems, soil health, forage crops, and the environmental performance of agricultural practices.The Normandin Experimental Farm employs 17 staff members distributed among four research teams, in addition to technical, administrative, and operational personnel who support scientific activities and the operation of the facilities. This work environment fosters collaboration among researchers, research professionals, technicians, and partners from the agricultural sector.The farm offers a stimulating workplace that combines applied research, innovation, and multidisciplinary collaboration in support of Canada's agri-food sector.

Intent of the process
The intent is to fill a seasonal indeterminate GL-MAN-05 position at the Normandin Experimental Farm.A qualified pool of candidates could also be established to meet future needs for indeterminate seasonal or term seasonal positions.Presence at the Normandin Experimental Farm is required for the performance of the duties.

Positions to be filled
1

Important messages

Why work at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada?

• Work-life balance
• Employee benefits
• Supplementary medical and dental insurance, paid vacation and statutory holidays
• Pension plan
• Opportunity to develop and apply for internal positions throughout the public service

• Ability and willingness to obtain a valid Class 3 driver's licence to drive truck, trailer or semi-trailer combinations.
• Ability and willingness to obtain a pesticide application certificate.
• Ability and willingness to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Ability and willingness to work in harsh environments (outdoor, cold, heat, dust, noise, and farm manure).
• Ability and willingness to tolerate the presence of irritants such as dust, pollen and spores. Known allergies should be controlled with personal protective equipment or medication so as not to interfere with the performance of the duties of the position.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability and willingness to perform activities that require physical exertion, such as medium to high difficulty manual work that involves bending and lifting heavy objects (up to 20 kg).

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

Experience:
E1. Experience in agricultural production (e. g. field crops or forages).
E2. Experience operating tractors or farm equipment.

Applied / assessed at a later date

Competencies:
C1. Initiative
C2. Adaptability
C3. Teamwork
C4. Concern for safety

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date

French essential - You are entitled to participate in the selection process in the official language of your choice.

May be applied / assessed at a later date

Education:
AEDU. Successful completion of a program of study offered by a recognized educational institution in a field related to the position.

Experience:
AE1. Experience working in an agricultural research environment.
AE2. Experience in preventative maintenance of tractors or farm equipment.
AE3. Experience using agricultural chemicals.
AE4. Experience in organizing and maintaining files up to date.

Our commitment

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Agriculture and Agri-food Canada recognizes that the diversity of its employee population contributes to its strength and integrity. We are committed to achieving employment equity and developing a highly capable workforce that is representative of Canadian Society. We encourage women (especially in non-traditional occupations), Indigenous peoples (Aboriginal peoples), persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups to apply and declare themselves as part of one or more of the Employment Equity groups, as selection may be limited to candidates belonging to one or more of the groups.

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