Farm Worker With Sponsorship

Job Category: Career Jobs In Canada
Job Title: Farm Worker With Sponsorship
Location: 70 Mile House, BC
Shift: Morning, Night, Overnight
Wage: 19.00 hourly / 40 hours per week

Languages
English

Education
No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience
Experience an asset

On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Goat farming
• Livestock combination farming
• Organic farming
• Turkey farming
• Livestock
• Poultry and egg production
• Tree and orchard fruit

Work setting

• Rural area

Responsibilities
Tasks

• Greenhouse cleaning
• Handling animals
• Milking goats
• Mixing fertilizer
• Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops
• Harvest crops
• Feed and tend animals
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
• Clean stables, barns, barnyards and pens
• Perform general farm duties
• Train trees to produce more fruit of higher quality
• Harvest seedlings
• Divide fresh harvested produce into marketable lots and non-marketable lots
• Seed cutting

Additional information

• Work conditions and physical capabilities
• Ability to work independently
• Physically demanding
• Overtime required
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Team player
• Reliability

what skills and qualities are important for a fruit farm worker?

Working on a fruit farm requires a unique set of skills and qualities to ensure efficient and successful operations. Here are some important skills and qualities for a fruit farm worker:

• Physical Fitness: Fruit farming often involves manual labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for long periods. Being physically fit is essential to handle the demands of the job.
• Attention to Detail: Fruit farm workers need to pay close attention to detail when harvesting fruits to ensure that only ripe and high-quality produce is picked.
• Knowledge of Horticulture: Understanding basic principles of horticulture, such as planting, pruning, and pest management, is important for maintaining healthy fruit trees and plants.
• Ability to Follow Instructions: Following instructions from farm supervisors or managers is crucial to ensure that tasks are completed correctly and efficiently.
• Time Management Skills: Fruit harvesting often has tight schedules, especially during peak seasons. Effective time management skills are important to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Teamwork Skills: Fruit farm workers frequently work as part of a team, especially during harvest seasons. Being able to collaborate effectively with coworkers is essential for smooth operations.
• Communication Skills: Clear communication with supervisors and coworkers is important for coordinating tasks, sharing information about crop conditions, and addressing any issues that arise.
• Problem-Solving Abilities: Fruit farming can present various challenges, such as pest infestations, weather-related issues, or equipment malfunctions. Being able to identify problems and propose solutions is valuable in such situations.
• Basic Mechanical Skills: Some knowledge of basic mechanical tasks, such as operating and maintaining farm equipment like tractors and pruning tools, may be required.
• Adaptability: Fruit farming often involves working in outdoor environments with changing weather conditions. Being adaptable and able to work in different conditions is important for fruit farm workers.
• Understanding of Food Safety Practices: Awareness of food safety practices and regulations is crucial, especially when handling harvested fruits to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Reliability and Dependability: Fruit farm workers need to be reliable and dependable, showing up for scheduled shifts and completing tasks on time to ensure the smooth functioning of the farm.

These skills and qualities may vary depending on the specific type of fruit being grown and the practices of the farm, but they provide a good foundation for success in the role of a fruit farm worker

Who can apply to this job?

The employer accepts applications from:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
• Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.

How to apply
Online: Apply On Company WebSite

Source: www.jobbank.gc.ca