Fruit farm worker

Gennaro Monteforte, Emilia Monteforte based in 4061 twenty third st, Vineland, ON L0R 2C0 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 open positions pertain to the Seasonal employment or Full time job. The shift timings include Day, Evening, Weekend, Early Morning and Morning.

Employer Name: Gennaro Monteforte, Emilia Monteforte
Position: Fruit farm worker
No. of vacancies: 8
Salary: $17.20 hourly / 40 to 45 hours per week
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Full time
Location: 4061 twenty third st, Vineland, ON L0R 2C0

Job Description

The candidate must apply the technique of hoeing between the row.
The candidate must clear and collect brush and debris from fields, pens, and other work areas.
The candidate will be responsible for dividing freshly harvested produce into marketable and non-marketable lots.
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 must harvest vegetables by hand.
The candidate must plant, cultivate, and irrigate crops.
The candidate will be responsible for weeding.
The candidate will be responsible for fertilizing and spraying crops.
The candidate must harvest crops.
The candidate must operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
The candidate must detect disease and health issues in crops, livestock, and poultry.
The candidate must examine the product’s quality and readiness for market.
The candidate will be responsible for cutting horticultural crops.

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 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 a good team player.

Work site environment

The type of farm operation is fruit and vegetable combination farming.
The candidate will be required to work long hours in an outdoor environment.
The candidate must be able to work at heights.
The candidate must be able to work in wet/damp, dusty, hot, and cold/refrigerated conditions.
The candidate must be willing to work in hazardous conditions.
The candidate must work in an environment with a high concentration of odours.
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 should work in a rural area; 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’s relocation costs should not be covered by the employer; if the company does not provide a relocation package, you may request an advance on your earnings to cover some of your moving expenses.

Experience and specialization

Type of crops

Crops include apples and cherries.

Equipment and machinery experience

The candidate must have experience using farm trucks, tractors, lift trucks, and planting equipment.

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

The candidate must have their own transportation.
The candidate must have their own vehicle.

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 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 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 must be able to recognise similarities and differences between sounds.
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.

How to Apply

To apply, please use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By mail

4061 twenty third st
Vineland, ON
L0R 2C0