High Paying Job: vegetable farm worker Job in Canada with Visa Sponsorship Hillsight Vegetables Inc.

Work site environment

• Cold/refrigerated

Work setting

• Rural area

Key Responsibilities:

1. Planting and Cultivating:
   • Prepare soil by tilling, fertilizing, and leveling fields.
   • Plant vegetable seeds or seedlings manually or using farm machinery.
   • Water and fertilize crops according to the farm’s schedule.
2. Crop Maintenance:
   • Weed, thin, and prune crops to ensure healthy growth.
   • Monitor for pests and diseases, and report issues to the supervisor.
   • Install and maintain irrigation systems.
3. Harvesting:
   • Harvest vegetables manually or with machinery at the appropriate time.
   • Sort and grade produce based on size, quality, and ripeness.
   • Pack vegetables into crates, baskets, or containers for transportation.
4. Farm Maintenance:
   • Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas.
   • Repair fences, trellises, and other farm structures as needed.
   • Clean and maintain tools, equipment, and machinery.
5. Safety and Compliance:
   • Follow safety guidelines and use protective gear, such as gloves and boots.
   • Adhere to farm protocols for handling produce and equipment.
6. Record-Keeping:
   • Document daily tasks, such as the number of crops planted, harvested, or packaged.
   • Report any issues or observations regarding crop health or farm operations.

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.
• Pack fruits and vegetables
• Examine product for quality and its readiness for the market

Experience and specialization

Type of crops

• Vegetables

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Reliability
• Team player

Qualifications:

• Education: No formal education required; on-the-job training provided.
• Experience: Prior experience in farming or manual labor is helpful but not mandatory.
• Skills:
  • Basic knowledge of vegetable farming or willingness to learn.
  • Physical stamina and the ability to perform repetitive tasks.
  • Attention to detail to identify crop issues or sort produce effectively.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to lift heavy objects, bend, kneel, and work in various weather conditions.
  • Comfortable standing or walking for extended periods.

Work Environment:

• Outdoor work in fields, often in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain).
• May involve early mornings, long hours, or weekend shifts, especially during planting and harvest seasons.