Vegetable farm worker
Middleton Farms Ltd based in Kinkora, PE 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 shift timings include Day, Evening, Weekend, To be determined, Early Morning and Morning.
Employer Name: Middleton Farms Ltd
Position: Vegetable farm worker
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $21.00 hourly / 40 hours per week
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Full time
Location: Kinkora, PE
Job Description
- The candidate will be responsible for grading.
- The candidate must plant, cultivate, and irrigate crops.
- The candidate will be responsible for seed cutting.
- The candidate will be responsible for fertilising and spraying crops.
- The candidate must harvest crops.
- The candidate must operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
- 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 have Air Brake (Z) Endorsement, Pesticide Applicator’s Licence, and Forklift Operator Certification.
- The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
- The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
- The candidate must be flexible.
- The candidate should be a good team player.
- The candidate should be reliable.
- The candidate must be a quick learner.
Work site environment
- Farm operations include Other grain farming and Potato and vegetable production.
Work setting
- The candidate must be willing to work in a rural area.
Experience and specialization
Type of crops
- The crops are potatoes.
Equipment and machinery experience
- The candidate must have prior experience operating farm trucks, tractors, and forklifts.
Product inspection experience
- The candidate must have prior experience inspecting grains.
Additional information
Security and safety
- The candidate should be subjected to a thorough criminal background check.
Transportation/travel information
- The candidate must have their own transportation.
- The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.
- The candidate does not have access to public transportation.
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
- The candidate should have an eye for details.
- The candidate must be willing to walk for long periods of time.
Own tools/equipment
- The candidate must have their own steel-toed safety boots and gloves.
Benefits
- Health, Long term and Other benefits will be provided to the selected candidate.
- Under Health Benefits, the selected candidate will receive Dental plan, Disability benefits, Health care plan, Paramedical services coverage and Vision care benefits.
- Under Long Term Benefits, the selected candidate will receive Group insurance benefits.
- In addition to the Health and Long-term benefits mentioned above, the selected candidate will receive Free parking and Employer-paid learning/training.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.
By email