Worker, farm
Richmond Country Farms ltd. based in 12900 Steveston Hwy, Richmond, BC V6W 1A3 is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Worker, farm 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, Overtime, Flexible Hours, To be determined, Early Morning and Morning.
Employer Name: Richmond Country Farms ltd.
Position: Worker, farm
No. of vacancies: 29
Salary: $16.75 hourly / 40 to 90 hours per week
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Full time
Location: 12900 Steveston Hwy, Richmond, BC V6W 1A3
Also hiring: Food service supervisor
Hiring: Worker, farm
Job Description
- The candidate must clean the crop.
- The candidate must plant, cultivate, and irrigate crops.
- The candidate will be responsible for weeding.
- The candidate must harvest crops.
- The candidate must operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
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 flexible.
- 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 in cold/refrigerated conditions.
Work setting
- Accommodation will be provided for the candidate.
Experience and specialization
Type of crops
- Crops include blueberries, cauliflowers, field berries, melons, strawberries, sweet corn, and zucchini.
Equipment and machinery experience
- The candidate must have prior experience operating a farm truck, tractor, and vegetable harvester.
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
- Employer will provide the vehicle.
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- 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 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
- Health, Financial and Other benefits will be provided to the selected candidate.
- Under Health Benefits, the selected candidate will receive Health care plan.
- Under Financial benefits, the selected candidate will receive a bonus and will be compensated for piece work.
- In addition to the Health and Financial benefits mentioned above, the selected candidate will receive Free parking, Employer-paid learning/training, On-site amenities, On-site housing options and Team building opportunities.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.
By email
In person
12900 Steveston Hwy
Richmond, BC
V6W 1A3
Between 08:30 AM and 05:00 PM
Note
Please include the following while sending the application
- Job reference number- 2024