General farm worker – harvesting

Lunar Rhythm Gardens based in 253 Gray Rd. Janetville, ON L0B 1K0 is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of General 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, Evening, Night, Weekend, On Call, Flexible Hours, Early Morning and Morning.

Employer Name: Lunar Rhythm Gardens
Position: General farm worker – harvesting
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $16.71 hourly / 30 to 60 hours per week
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Full time
Location: 253 Gray Rd. Janetville, ON L0B 1K0

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Hiring: General farm worker – harvesting

Job Description

• The candidate must clean the crop.
• The candidate will be responsible for clipping.
• The candidate will be responsible for grading.
• The candidate will be responsible for greenhouse cleaning.
• 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 clean the work area.
• The candidate will be responsible for sorting and packing fruits and vegetables.
• The candidate must harvest crops.
• The candidate will be expected to inspect the product for quality and prepare it 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 45 kg (100 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

• Farm operations include fruit and vegetable combination farming and organic farming.

Work setting

• Accommodation facilities are available to the candidate.
• The candidate will be provided with room and board.
• The candidate must be willing to work in a rural area.

Experience and specialization

Type of crops

• Crops include asparagus, bell peppers, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, cucumbers, garlic, melons, onions, strawberries, tomatoes, zucchini, potatoes, and vegetables.

Equipment and machinery experience

• The candidate must have prior experience operating hand tools.

Automated systems experience

• The candidate must be familiar with automated irrigation systems.

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 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 will be expected to manage a large workload.
• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in sitting, standing, and walking positions.

Own tools/equipment

• The candidate must have gloves and steel-toed safety boots.

How to Apply

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

By email

info@lunargardens.ca

By phone

905-986-9612 Between 09:00 a.m. and 04:00 p.m.