Fruit farm worker
Lahave River Berry Farm Inc. based in 5216 Hwy 332, Middle LaHave, NS B4V 3L9 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 Seasonal employment or Part time leading to full time job. The shift timings include Day, Weekend, Flexible Hours, Early Morning and Morning.
Employer Name: Lahave River Berry Farm Inc.
Position: Fruit farm worker
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $16.00 hourly / 30 to 40 hours per week
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Part time leading to full time
Location: 5216 Hwy 332, Middle LaHave, NS B4V 3L9
Also hiring: Bus driver
Job Description
- The candidate must apply fertilizers.
- The candidate will be responsible for cutting agricultural crops.
- The candidate must harvest vegetables by hand.
- The candidate must pack fruits and vegetables.
- The candidate must pick row and orchard crops.
- The candidate must plant, cultivate, and irrigate crops.
- The candidate must sort fruits and vegetables.
- The candidate must tie and secure plants.
- 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 must harvest crops.
- The candidate must load, unload, and transfer crates, supplies, farm produce, livestock, and poultry.
- 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.
- Candidate having experience is an asset.
- 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 organized 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
- Farm operations include floriculture production, fruit and vegetable combination farming, and organic farming.
- The candidate will be required to work long hours in an outdoor environment.
- The candidate must be able to work in wet/damp, hot, and cold/refrigerated conditions.
Work setting
- The candidate must be willing to work in a rural area.
Experience and specialization
Type of crops
- Crops include bell peppers, blueberries, cucumbers, field berries, garlic, orchard fruit, raspberries, strawberries, tomatoes, zucchinis, berries and vegetables.
Equipment and machinery experience
- The candidate must have experience operating fruit harvesters, planting equipment, and hand tools.
Additional information
Security and safety
- The candidate must be bondable.
Transportation/travel information
- The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.
- The candidate must have their own transportation.
- The candidate does not have access to public transportation.
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 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 must perform manual dexterity tasks.
- The candidate must have excellent hand eye coordination.
- 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 should be willing to work for long hours in sitting positions.
- The candidate must be willing to work long hours in sitting, standing, and walking positions.
- The candidate must be willing to walk for long periods of time.
Benefits
- The candidate will receive Free parking and Other benefits.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.
By email
In person
5216 Hwy 332
Middle LaHave, NS
B4V 3L9
Between 08:00 a.m. and 07:00 a.m.
Note
Please include the following while sending the application
- References attesting experience
- Highest level of education and name of institution where it was completed