Farm worker – harvesting

George Durocher and Sons Inc. based in 2389 Front Rd, Windsor, ON N9J 2C3 is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Farm worker – 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, Weekend, Early Morning, 07:00 to 18:00.

Employer Name: George Durocher and Sons Inc.
Position: Farm worker – harvesting
No. of vacancies: 38
Salary: $16.55 hourly / 40 to 60 hours per week
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Full time
Location: 2389 Front Rd, Windsor, ON N9J 2C3

Job Description

• The candidate must harvest vegetables by hand.
• The candidate must hoe crops.
• The candidate must perform vegetable culling.
• The candidate will be responsible for weeding.
• The candidate must harvest crops.
• The candidate will be responsible for sorting and packing fruits and vegetables.
• The candidate must load, unload, and transfer crates, supplies, farm produce, livestock, and poultry.

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 23 kg (50 lbs).
• The candidate should be a good team player.
• The candidate must be a quick learner.

Work site environment

• Farm operations include fruit and vegetable combination farming and other vegetables and melon farming (except potato 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 and hot 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 must be willing to work in a rural area.

Experience and specialization

Type of product

• The products are vegetables.

Type of crops

• Crops include cabbage, onions, and zucchini.

Equipment and machinery experience

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

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• The candidate must have their own transportation.
• The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.

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 willing to walk for long periods of time.
• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.

How to Apply

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

By mail

2389 Front Rd
Windsor, ON
N9J 2C3

In person

2389 Front Rd
Windsor, ON
N9J 2C3
Between 08:00 a.m. and 05:00 p.m

By fax

519-734-1681