High Paying general farm worker – harvesting Job in Canada by Valley Select Foods Inc.

Work site environment

• Fruit and vegetable combination farming
• Outdoors
• In/on water
• Wet/damp
• Cold/refrigerated
• All weather conditions
• Dirty

Work setting

• Rural area
• Various locations

Key Responsibilities

• Crop Harvesting: Efficiently harvest crops by hand or using specialized equipment, ensuring minimal damage to the plants and produce.
• Quality Control: Inspect crops during harvesting to assess quality and ensure they meet required standards for size, ripeness, and condition.
• Packing and Storing: Prepare harvested crops for storage or shipment, including packing them in boxes or containers and labeling them appropriately.
• Field Maintenance: Assist with maintaining farm equipment and tools, ensuring they are clean and in good working condition.
• Plant Care: Support planting, weeding, and other agricultural tasks as needed throughout the growing season.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of harvested quantities and any issues encountered during the harvesting process.
• Safety Practices: Follow all safety protocols and guidelines while working in the fields and operating equipment, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other farm workers and supervisors to complete harvesting tasks efficiently.

Tasks

• Apply the technique of hoeing between the row
• Clean the crops
• Clear fields of wood and stones
• Grade vegetables and fruits into different grades according to the size, shape, colour and volume to fetch high price in market.
• Hand harvesting vegetables
• Harvest seedlings
• Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops
• Sort fruits and vegetables
• Weeding
• Harvest crops
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
• Organize planting, cultivating and crop harvesting activities

Experience and specialization

Type of crops

• Blueberries
• Raspberries

Equipment and machinery experience

• Fruit harvester
• Planting equipment

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Overtime required
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Walking

Personal suitability

• Team player
• Values and ethics

Qualifications

• Education: No formal education is required; however, basic literacy and numeracy skills are preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience in agricultural work, particularly in harvesting, is an advantage but not mandatory; on-the-job training may be provided.
• Certifications: Certification in safe handling of agricultural equipment or pesticide application may be beneficial.

Required Skills

• Physical Stamina: Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods in various weather conditions.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail to ensure quality standards are met during the harvesting process.
• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a team, communicating and cooperating with colleagues.
• Time Management: Good organizational skills to complete tasks efficiently and meet harvesting deadlines.
• Adaptability: Willingness to adapt to changing conditions, schedules, and tasks as required by the farming operations.

Work Environment

• General Farm Workers typically work outdoors in fields or orchards, which may involve exposure to varying weather conditions. This role may require long hours during the harvesting season, including weekends and holidays.