Farm worker, fruit

Rusty Rooster Orchard based in Winfield, BC is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Farm worker, fruit 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, Weekend and 06:30 to 16:30.

Employer Name: Rusty Rooster Orchard
Position: Farm worker, fruit
No. of vacancies: 4
Salary: $17.00 to $20.00 hourly (to be negotiated) 30 to 60 hours per week
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Full time
Location: Winfield, BC

Job Description

• The candidate will be in charge of fruit tree training.
• The candidate will be in charge of suckering.
• The candidate will be in charge of harvesting crops.
• The candidate must operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
• The candidate must detect disease and health issues in crops, livestock, and poultry.
• The candidate will be expected to inspect the product for quality and prepare it for market.
• The candidate will be expected to assist in the pruning of trees, shrubs, and plants.

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.
• The ideal candidate will have at least 1 to 2 years of experience in a related industry.

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.

Work Setting

• The candidate must be willing to work in a rural area.

Experience and Specialization

Type of Crops

• The crop is apples.

Additional Information

Transportation/travel information

• The candidate must have their own transportation.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced busy environment.
• 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 be able to distinguish between colours.
• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.

Benefits

• The candidate has access to free parking.

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

• Cover letter