Farm labourer – harvesting

Jealous Fruits Ltd. based in 7980 Highway 97 North, Kelowna, BC V4V 1T3 is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Farm labourer – harvesting who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Seasonal employment or Full time job. The shift timings include Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Flexible Hours, Early Morning and Morning. The position of Farm labourer – harvesting has been approved by the LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment).

Employer Name: Jealous Fruits Ltd.
Position: Farm labourer – harvesting
No. of vacancies: 100
Salary: $16.75 to $19.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 30 to 65 hours per week
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Full time
Location: 7980 Highway 97 North, Kelowna, BC V4V 1T3

Job Description

The candidate will be responsible for fruit tree training.
The candidate must plant, cultivate, and irrigate crops.
The candidate will be responsible for shoot positioning.
The candidate will be responsible for suckering.
The candidate will be responsible for tying.
The candidate will be responsible for fertilising and spraying crops.
The candidate must harvest crops.
The candidate must operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
The candidate will be responsible for sorting and packing fruits and vegetables.
The candidate must pick row and orchard crops.
The candidate must clean the work area.

Job Requirements

The candidate should be fluent in English language.
There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
Training will be provided to the selected candidate.
The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 9 kg (20 lbs).
The candidate should be organised and flexible in nature.
The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
The candidate should be a good team player.

Work site environment

The type of farm operation is fruit and vegetable combination farming.
The candidate will be required to work long hours in an outdoor environment.
The candidate must be able to work in wet/damp, dusty, hot, and cold/refrigerated conditions.
The work site environment is noisy, and the candidate must be able to work with complete concentration even in such conditions.

Work setting

The candidate will be required to work in various locations.

Experience and specialization

Type of crops

Crops include apples and cherries.

Equipment and machinery experience

The candidate must have prior experience operating a farm truck, tractor, and forklift.

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced busy environment.
The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
The candidate must finished the work with in the given time line.
The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
The candidate should have an eye for details.
The candidate must have excellent hand eye coordination.
The candidate must be willing to work long hours in sitting, standing, and walking positions.
The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods of time.
The candidate must be willing to walk for long periods of time.
The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.
The candidate should be willing to work overtime if necessary.
The candidate must perform manual dexterity tasks.
The candidate will be expected to manage a large workload.

Benefits

Under Financial Benefits, the selected candidate will be compensated for piece work.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

[email protected]

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

Reference number- 2024-FWJFL
Cover letter