Freeman Herbs, situated in Lincoln, ON L3J 1J4, is currently looking for applications for the role of Greenhouse labourer, who is a self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills. The selected candidate must start work promptly. The available positions are for Seasonal employment or full-time jobs. The shift times for this position are Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night and Weekend.
Employer Name: Freeman Herbs
Position: Greenhouse labourer
No. of vacancies: 69
Salary: $17.23 hourly / 30 to 50 hours per week
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Full-time
Location: Lincoln, ON L3J 1J4
Also hiring: Accounts Payable Representative
Job Description
- The candidate must clean the crops.
- The candidate must consider water saturation, light, and temperature when planning for germination.
- The candidate will be responsible for cutting horticultural crops.
- The candidate will be responsible for dividing freshly harvested produce into marketable and non-marketable lots.
- The candidate will be responsible for greenhouse cleaning.
- The candidate will be responsible for weeding.
- The candidate must plant bulbs and seeds.
- The candidate must pot and re-pot plants.
- The candidate must be able to transplant seedlings or rooted cuttings.
- The candidate must report any signs of insect or disease damage.
- The candidate must clean the work area.
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.
- The ideal candidate will have at least 1 to less than 7 months of experience in a related industry.
- The candidate must be able to handle a weight of up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
- The candidate should be reliable.
- The candidate should be a good team player.
Work site environment
- The type of farm operation is floriculture production.
- The candidate will be required to work long hours in an outdoor environment.
- The candidate must be able to work in hot 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 employer should not cover the candidate’s relocation costs; 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 product
- The type of products is seasonal plants and vegetables.
Type of crops
- The crops are greenhouse vegetables and herbs.
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
- The candidate must have their transportation.
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- 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 must perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
- The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods.
- The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.
- The candidate must manage a large workload.
- The candidate should have an eye for detail.
Own tools/equipment
- The candidate must have steel-toed safety boots.
Benefits
- The candidate should receive free parking; there is no additional charge for parking on the property.
- The candidate should receive an available parking facility where you provide parking to your employee at a cost that is less than the fair market value of the parking space.
How to Apply
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