Farm worker, fruit

Neufeld Farms based in Abbotsford, 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 and Flexible Hours.

Employer Name: Neufeld Farms
Position: Farm worker, fruit
No. of vacancies: 36
Salary: $15.65 to $18.00 hourly for 40 to 80 hours per week
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Full time
Location: Abbotsford, BC

Job Description

• The candidate will be in charge of harvesting vegetables by hand.
• The candidate will be in charge of hoeing crops.
• The candidate will be expected to plant, cultivate, and irrigate crops.
• The candidate will be in charge of vegetable culling.
• The candidate will be in charge of harvesting crops.
• The candidate will be expected to inspect the product for quality and prepare it for market.

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 less than 7 months of experience in a related industry.

Work Site Environment

• Farm operations include broiler and other meat-type chicken production, as well as other miscellaneous crop farming.
• The candidate will be required to work long hours in an outdoor environment.
• The candidate must be able to work in wet/damp and cold/refrigerated conditions.

Experience and Specialization

Type of Crops

• The crops are cucumbers, raspberries, strawberries, and sweet corn.

Additional Information

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 in a standing position for extended 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.

Benefits

• Under Financial benefits, the selected candidate will receive Bonus.

How to Apply

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

By email

office@neufeldfarms.ca

By fax

604-859-2826

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

• Cover letter
• References attesting experience
• Letter of recommendation