Grain farm worker Needed in Canada by Bachalo Farms Ltd

Work site environment

• Corn farming
• Dry pea and bean farming
• Hay farming
• Outdoors
• Wheat farming
• Dusty
• Noisy

Work setting

• Staff accommodation available
• Rural area

Job Responsibilities:

1. Planting and Sowing:

   • Assist with the planting of grain crops using planting equipment.
   • Prepare the soil by tilling and ensuring that seeds are planted at the proper depth.
   • Apply fertilizers and pesticides as needed to ensure healthy crop growth.

2. Field Maintenance:

   • Operate and maintain irrigation systems to ensure crops receive adequate water.
   • Monitor the fields for signs of pests, weeds, and diseases, and take action to address any issues.
   • Apply herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides as directed to protect crops.

3. Irrigation:

   • Ensure irrigation systems are functioning properly and adjust them as needed.
   • Monitor soil moisture levels and water crops efficiently, avoiding over- or under-watering.

4. Harvesting:

   • Assist in the harvest of grain crops using machinery such as combines, harvesters, and tractors.
   • Ensure that the harvested grain is collected and processed without damage.
   • Sort and grade the harvested grain according to quality standards.

5. Grain Storage and Handling:

   • Transport harvested grain to storage bins, silos, or warehouses.
   • Ensure the proper storage conditions (temperature, moisture level) to preserve the quality of the grain.
   • Maintain grain storage facilities and ensure they are free from pests and contaminants.

6. Equipment Operation:

   • Operate farm machinery, such as tractors, combines, and harvesters, to plant, maintain, and harvest crops.
   • Perform routine maintenance on equipment, including checking oil levels, cleaning, and making minor repairs.
   • Use trucks and other equipment to transport harvested grain or materials around the farm.

7. General Farm Labor:

   • Perform other tasks related to general farm work, such as cleaning barns, maintaining fences, and repairing farm infrastructure.
   • Help with the preparation of fields for the next planting season, including tilling and fertilizing.

8. Safety and Compliance:

   • Follow all safety protocols while working with machinery, chemicals, and equipment.
   • Ensure compliance with agricultural regulations and industry standards for grain production.
   • Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when working with pesticides, fertilizers, or machinery.

Tasks

• Apply fertilizers
• Clear and collect brush and debris from fields, pens and other work areas
• Cut agricultural crops
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
• Repair or replace defective machinery parts
• Maintain farm machinery, equipment and buildings
• Follow sustainable soy farming practices such as crop rotation, reduced-till or no-till, water and nutrient management, precision farming technology and cover crops

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• Farm truck
• Tractor
• Fertilizer applicator
• Haying equipment
• Planting equipment
• Seed drill
• Swather
• Tillage equipment
• Welding
• Skidsteer
• Hand tools

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver’s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Overtime required
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Team player

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Gasoline paid
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Skills & Qualifications:

• Physical Stamina: Ability to work long hours, often in varying weather conditions, and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Machinery Operation: Familiarity with or willingness to learn how to operate and maintain farm machinery (e.g., tractors, combines).
• Attention to Detail: Ability to recognize crop diseases, pests, and growth issues early on.
• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively with other farm workers and supervisors.
• Safety Awareness: Knowledge of farm safety practices when handling equipment or chemicals.

Experience:

• Previous experience working on a farm, particularly with grain crops, is preferred but not always required.
• On-the-job training is often provided, especially for specialized equipment or techniques.

Work Environment:

• Outdoor work, typically in the fields, which can involve exposure to harsh weather conditions (heat, rain, dust, etc.).
• Work is often seasonal, with peak activity during planting and harvest times.
• Tasks may involve long hours, early mornings, and the possibility of working on weekends during busy seasons.

Physical Requirements:

• The job is physically demanding, requiring lifting, bending, walking long distances, and standing for extended periods.
• Workers may be required to carry heavy loads, including bags of grain or parts of farm equipment, which can weigh up to 50 pounds or more.