Fruit farm worker

HP.G FARMS LTD based in Kelowna, BC is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Fruit farm worker 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 Permanent employment or Full time job. The candidate must be available to work during Flexible hours.

Employer Name: HP.G FARMS LTD
Position: Fruit farm worker
No. of vacancies: 5
Salary: $16.75 hourly / 40 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Kelowna, BC

Job Description

The candidate must apply fertilizers.
The candidate must apply the technique of hoeing between the row.
The candidate will be responsible for budding trees.
The candidate must clean the crops.
The candidate will be responsible for clearing fields of wood and stone.
The candidate will be responsible for cutting agricultural crops.
The candidate must cut agricultural seeds in accordance with farm standards.
The candidate will be responsible for deleafing.
The candidate will be responsible for dividing freshly harvested produce into marketable and non-marketable lots.
The candidate must dose water saturation, light, and temperature as directed for crop growth and development.
The candidate will be responsible for grading vegetables and fruits into different grades according to the size, shape, colour and volume in order to fetch high price in market.
The candidate will be responsible for guiding growing shoots into optimal development positions.
The candidate must level the earth to fine grade specifications.
The candidate must mix fertilizer.
The candidate will be responsible for packaging fruits and vegetables.
The candidate must pick row and orchard crops.
The candidate must plant, cultivate, and irrigate crops.
The candidate must use a knife to shear and shape trees and plants.
The candidate will be responsible for sorting fruits and vegetables.
The candidate must tie and secure plants.
The candidate will be responsible for training trees to produce more fruit of higher quality.
The candidate will be responsible for weeding.
The candidate must clean the work area.
The candidate will be responsible for fertilising and spraying crops.
The candidate will be responsible for sorting and packing fruits and vegetables.
The candidate must harvest crops.
The candidate must load, unload, and transfer crates, supplies, farm produce, livestock, and poultry.
The candidate must operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
The candidate must examine the product’s quality and readiness 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.
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 have effective interpersonal skills.
The candidate should be organised and flexible in nature.
The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
The candidate should be reliable.
The candidate should be a good team player.
The candidate should give importance to values and ethics.
The candidate must be a quick learner.

Work site environment

The type of farm operation is fruit and vegetable combination farming.
The candidate must be able to work in dusty, hot, and dirty conditions.
The work site environment is noisy, and the candidate must be able to work with complete concentration even in such conditions.
The candidate must work in all weather conditions.

Work setting

Accommodation will be provided for the candidate.

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

The candidate must have the ability to work independently.
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 willing to work under pressure.
The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
The candidate must finished the work with in the given time line.
The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
The candidate must be able to distinguish between colours.
The candidate should have an eye for details.
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 will be expected to manage a large workload.
The candidate must be willing to work long hours in sitting, standing, and walking positions.

How to Apply

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

By email

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