General Farm Labourer

Posted: January 20, 2021
Full Time

Company: Suzanna Kranicz

Business information: Our principal activity is the production of fruit with the use of high density orchard systems.

Business address: 1040 Ridge Rd., Harrow, ON, N0R 1G0

Work Location: same as above

Type of Employment: Full time - Permanent

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Description:

· Weed, prune and thin high density orchard systems

· Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops via drip tape systems

· Pick and harvest fruit

· Weed control in nursery

· Fertilize and spray crops

· Water and tend to plants

· Examine produce for quality and prepare for market

· Report signs of insect or disease damage

· Clean and sanitize of all equipment and work areas to maintain a safe and clean work environment at all times

· Comply with company policies

Requirements:

Education: no formal education required

Experience: experience is an asset.

-High density orchard systems experience, as well as fruit tree management is a strong asset.

-Knowledge of food safety and Good Manufacturing Practices is an asset.

Working Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Repetitive tasks, Handling heavy loads, Physically demanding, Hand-eye co-ordination, Standing for extended periods, Bending, crouching, kneeling, Large workload.

Work Site Environment: Outdoors, Cold/refrigerated, Hot, Wet/damp.

Personal Suitability: Reliability, Team player, Flexibility, Organized.

Salary: $14.25 to $16.25 hourly, 45-50 Hours per week.

Benefits: Transportation costs covered if worker needs to relocate. Accommodation provided at a discounted rate.

Important Information: Flexibility is required. This position will require working Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM and Saturdays from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Type of Farm Operations: Tree and orchard fruit.

Work Location Information: Rural Area, Remote location.

Apply by e-mail to: skranicz@cdpwise.net

Apply by mail to: 1040 Ridge Rd., Harrow, ON, N0R 1G0

Closes:
skranicz [at] cdpwise.net