About this role
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Work site environment: Outdoors. Dusty. All weather conditions. Work setting: Rural area. Tasks: Apply fertilizers. Clean the crops. Cut agricultural crops. Cut agricultural seed according to farm standards. Divide fresh harvested produce into marketable lots and non-marketable lots. Grade vegetables and fruits into different grades according to the size, shape, colour and volume to fetch high price in market.. Hand harvesting vegetables. Mixing fertilizer. Pack fruits and vegetables. Pick row and orchard crops. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops. Shear and shape trees and plants with knife. Sort fruits and vegetables. Tie and secure plants. Weeding. Clean work area. Fertilize and spray crops. Harvest crops. Examine product for quality and its readiness for the market. Type of crops: Apples. Equipment and machinery experience: Farm truck. Fruit harvester. Fertilizer applicator. Automated systems experience: Automated irrigation system. Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Ability to work independently. Repetitive tasks. Handling heavy loads. Physically demanding. Hand-eye co-ordination. Ability to distinguish between colours. Standing for extended periods. Walking. Weight handling: Up to 45 kg (100 lbs). Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills. Flexibility. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Values and ethics. Quick learner. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Employment terms options: Early morning. Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year. Employment terms options: Morning. Weekend. Support for youths: Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.