Fruit farm labourer
Algoma Orchards Corp.
Newcastle
,
Ontario
·
Canada
Job description
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Work site environment: Organic farming. Outdoors. At heights. Wet/damp. Dusty. Hot. Noisy. Cold/refrigerated. Work setting: Rural area. Tasks: Apply fertilizers. Grade vegetables and fruits into different grades according to the size, shape, colour and volume to fetch high price in market.. Hand harvesting vegetables. Pack fruits and vegetables. Pick row and orchard crops. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops. Train trees to produce more fruit of higher quality. Clean work area. Fertilize and spray crops. Harvest crops. Examine product for quality and its readiness for the market. Type of crops: Apples. Transportation/travel information: Public transportation is not available. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Ability to work independently. Fast-paced environment. Repetitive tasks. Work under pressure. Handling heavy loads. Tight deadlines. Physically demanding. Ability to distinguish between colours. Attention to detail. Standing for extended periods. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Walking. Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs). Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots. Screening questions: Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Employment terms options: Early morning. Evening. Morning. Experience: Experience an asset. Employment terms options: Day. Weekend. Overtime available. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Vision care benefits.