Vegetable farm worker

Glenmore Garden Market based in Kelowna, BC is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Vegetable 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 Full time job. The candidate must work on the day shift.

Employer Name: Glenmore Garden Market
Position: Vegetable farm worker
No. of vacancies: 3
Salary: $16.75 hourly / 40 to 60 hours per week
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Full time
Location: Kelowna, BC

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Hiring: Vegetable farm worker

Job Description

• The candidate must clean the crop.
• The candidate will be responsible for fruit tree training.
• The candidate must harvest vegetables by hand.
• The candidate must plant, cultivate, and irrigate crops.
• The candidate will be responsible for weeding.
• The candidate must harvest crops.
• The candidate must clean the work area.

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 organised and flexible in nature.
• The candidate should be a good team player.
• The candidate should give importance to values and ethics.
• The candidate should be reliable.

Work site environment

• The type of farm operation is fruit and vegetable combination farming.

Work setting

• Accommodation facilities are available to the candidate.
• The candidate must work in an urban area.
• The candidate will be required to work in various locations.
• The candidate’s relocation expenses will be covered by the employer.

Experience and specialization

Type of product

• The products are perennials and vegetables.

Type of crops

• Crops include bell peppers, cabbage, cauliflowers, cherries, cucumbers, garlic, grapes, melons, onions, raspberries, strawberries, sweet corn, tomatoes, zucchini, orchard fruit, and berries.

Equipment and machinery experience

• The candidate must have prior experience operating a farm truck, tractor, and hand tools.

Additional information

Security and safety

• The candidate must be bondable.
• The candidate should be subjected to a thorough criminal background check.

Transportation/travel information

• The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced busy environment.
• The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
• 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 should have an eye for details.
• The candidate must have excellent hand eye coordination.
• The candidate must be able to distinguish between colours.
• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in sitting, standing, and walking positions.
• 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 overtime if necessary.

Benefits

• Financial and Other benefits will be provided to the selected candidate.
• Under Financial benefits, the selected candidate will receive paid Gasoline.
• In addition to the Financial benefits mentioned above, the selected candidate will receive Free parking, Employer-paid learning/training, On-site amenities, On-site housing options, Team building opportunities and Employer-provided transportation.

How to Apply

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

By email

bestfarmboy@gmail.com

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

• Job reference number- 2024
• Cover letter