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High Paying Job: farm labourer Job in Canada with Visa Sponsorship by 0960308 B.C Ltd.
A Farm Labourer, or Farm Worker, is responsible for performing various physical tasks on farms to help with the cultivation, maintenance, and harvesting of crops or the care of livestock. This role often requires outdoor work, physical stamina, and adaptability to seasonal changes and different types of farm operations.
Job details
- Location: Keremeos, BC
- Workplace informationOn site
- Salary: 18.26 hourly / 40 hours per week
- Day, Morning
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies10
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience
Experience an asset
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
- Outdoors
- Dusty
Work setting
- Staff accommodation available
Key Responsibilities:
- Planting and Harvesting Crops: Sow seeds, transplant seedlings, and harvest crops based on seasonal schedules and specific crop requirements.
- Irrigation and Watering: Operate irrigation systems, water plants, and maintain moisture levels as needed.
- Weeding and Pest Control: Remove weeds manually or with tools and assist with pest control measures to protect crops.
- Soil Preparation and Maintenance: Till and prepare soil, apply fertilizers, and ensure proper nutrient levels for healthy plant growth.
- Operate Farm Machinery: Use tractors, plows, harvesters, and other equipment for planting, tilling, or harvesting.
- Handling Livestock (if applicable): Feed, water, clean, and care for animals, including milking cows, shearing sheep, or collecting eggs.
- Repair and Maintain Farm Facilities: Conduct basic maintenance and repairs on fences, barns, and other structures, as well as maintaining tools and machinery.
- Assist with Packaging and Transport: Help package harvested crops or livestock products and prepare them for transport to markets or distribution centers.
Tasks
- Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops
- Harvest crops
- Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
Experience and specialization
Type of crops
- Apples
- Cherries
Additional information
Security and safety
- Criminal record check
Transportation/travel information
- Vehicle supplied by employer
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Physically demanding
- Repetitive tasks
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Required Skills:
- Physical Stamina and Strength: Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods in various weather conditions.
- Basic Technical Skills: Knowledge of basic farming tools and equipment operation, including safe handling and maintenance.
- Attention to Detail: Observing crop or livestock conditions and noticing issues like pest infestations, disease, or equipment malfunctions.
- Time Management: Ability to work efficiently to meet seasonal or daily targets.
- Flexibility and Adaptability: Willingness to perform a variety of tasks and adapt to changing farm needs.
Qualifications:
- Education: No formal education is typically required; however, basic literacy and numeracy skills are useful.
- Experience: Experience is not always necessary, but familiarity with farming operations can be beneficial.
- Licenses/Certifications: Some farm laborers may need a driver’s license or certifications to operate specific machinery or equipment.
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.
How to apply
By email
farmjobskeremeos@gmail.com
Advertised until
2024-12-13
