D&D Farms, located at 353 Highway 77, Leamington, ON N8H 3V5. The company is currently seeking applications for the role of Farm Worker, Vegetables. 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 jobs. The shift schedule encompasses various shift times, including Day, Weekend, Overtime, Early Morning, and Morning.

Employer Name: D&D Farms
Position: Farm worker, vegetables
No. of vacancies: 100
Salary: $17.60 hourly / 40 to 60 hours per week
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Full-time
Location: 353 Highway 77, Leamington, ON N8H 3V5

Also hiring: Personal support worker – home support

Job Description

The candidate must clean the crops.
The candidate will be responsible for grading vegetables and fruits into different grades according to the size, shape, colour and volume to fetch a high price in the market.
The candidate will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the greenhouse.
The candidate must harvest vegetables by hand.
The candidate must pack fruits and vegetables.
The candidate must plant, cultivate, and irrigate crops.
The candidate must sort fruits and vegetables.
The candidate must tie and secure plants.
The candidate must write daily basic progress reports.
The candidate must clean the work area.
The candidate must harvest crops.
The candidate must assess the product’s quality and market readiness.
The candidate must report any signs of insect or disease damage.

Job Requirements

The candidate should be fluent in the English language.
There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
A candidate with experience is an asset.
The candidate must be able to handle a weight of up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Work site environment

The type of farm operation is other vegetables and melon farming (except potatoes).
The candidate will be required to work in confined spaces.
The candidate must be able to work at heights.
The candidate must be able to work in wet/damp and hot conditions.
The work environment is smoke-free.

Work setting

The candidate should be willing to work in a rural area, where most people live or work on farms or ranches. Hamlets, villages, towns, and other small settlements are in or surrounded by rural areas.
The candidate should work from a remote location, which is the practice of employees performing their jobs from a location other than a central office operated by the employer.

Experience and specialization

Type of product

The products are hydroponic horticultural products.

Type of crops

The crops are cucumbers.

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

The candidate must have their transportation.
There is no public transportation available.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

The candidate must have the ability to work independently.
The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks frequently.
The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
The candidate must perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
The candidate must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
The candidate must be able to distinguish between colours.
The candidate should have an eye for detail.
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 positions that require bending, crouching, and kneeling.
The candidate must manage a large workload.
The candidate should be willing to work overtime if necessary.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, please submit your application through the provided channels or options.

By fax

519-322-0516