Farm worker, fruit

Bergen Farms Produce is located at Qualicum Beach, BC. The company is currently looking for applications for the role of Farm worker, fruit. We are seeking a self-disciplined individual with exceptional interpersonal skills. The chosen applicant will be required to join and begin their duties as soon as possible. The open positions are for Seasonal employment or Full time job. The candidate must be willing to work overtime, and shift schedules are yet to be determined.

Employer Name: Bergen Farms Produce
Position: Farm worker, fruit
No. of vacancies: 74
Salary: $17.48 hourly / 40 to 60 hours per week
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Full time
Location: Qualicum Beach, BC

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Hiring: Farm worker, fruit

Job Description

  • The candidate must pack fruits and vegetables.
  • The candidate must plant, cultivate, and irrigate crops.
  • The candidate must sort fruits and vegetables.
  • The candidate will be responsible for weeding.
  • The candidate must harvest crops.

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 should be a good team player.
  • The candidate must be a quick learner.

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 hot conditions.
  • The candidate must work in all weather conditions.

Work setting

  • The candidate should work in a rural area; most people live or work on farms or ranches. Hamlets, villages, towns, and other small settlements are in or surrounded by rural areas.

Experience and specialization

Type of crops

  • Crops include blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries.

Equipment and machinery experience

  • The candidate must have prior experience using a fruit harvester.

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • The candidate must have the ability to work independently.
  • The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
  • The candidate must have excellent hand eye coordination.
  • The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.
  • The candidate must be willing to walk for long periods of time.

How to Apply

If you have a keen interest in applying, kindly utilize the provided alternatives to submit your application.

By email

resumes@bergenfarms.ca

By fax

250-752-7566

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

  • Cover letter
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