Farm worker, grain
DS Farms based in Coalhurst, AB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Farm worker, grain. DS Farms has been cultivating the land and providing quality produce for over three generations. Nestled in the picturesque countryside, we have become a beacon of sustainable farming practices and a trusted supplier of fresh, locally grown products. The candidates who will get selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: DS Farms
Position: Farm worker, grain
No of Vacancies: 2
Salary: $18.00 to $22.00 hourly (to be negotiated) 40 to 50 hours per week
Employment Type: Permanent employment Full time
Location: Coalhurst, AB
Shifts: Flexible Hours
Transportation information: Valid driver’s licence
Work setting: Rural area
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualifications
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 1 to less than 2 years’
Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots, Gloves
Security and safety: Medical exam, Criminal record check, Bondable
Automated systems experience: Automated irrigation system
Product inspection experience: Grains
Equipment and machinery experience: Combine harvester, Fertilizer applicator, Farm truck, Forage equipment, Haying equipment, Loader, Planting equipment, Sprayer or duster, Seed drill, Swather, Tillage equipment, Tractor, Froklift
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, be physically demanding, and a repetitive tasker
- The candidates should be able to distinguish between colours, and sound discrimination
- The candidates should be able to work with attention to detail
- The candidates should be able to do dry pea and bean farming, hay farming, wheat farming, oilseed (except soybean) farming, other miscellaneous crop farming, and grain farming
- The candidates should be able to work in tight deadlines
- The candidates should be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, crouch, and kneel for extended periods
- The candidates should be willing to for overtime
- The candidates should be able to handle weight Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
- The candidates should be able to handle Hand-eye co-ordination
- The candidates should be able to handle heavy loads, and large workload
- The candidates should be able to do manual dexterity
- The candidates should be able to work in outdoors
Candidate Status:
- Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
- Candidate must have legal authorized (Work Permit) to work in Canada
- If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to plant, cultivate and irrigate crops, mixing fertilizer
- The candidates should be able to fertilize and spray crops, clean crops
- The candidates should be able to harvest crops, soil fertility programs
- The candidates should be able to operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
- The candidates should be able to detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock and poultry
- The candidates should be able to examine produce for quality and prepare for market
- The candidates should be able to write daily basic progress reports, clean work area
Benefits:
- The candidates will get on-site housing options, and free parking
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume, highest level of education and name of institution where it was completed, writing sample, copy of portfolio or relevant work examples, letter of recommendation, references attesting experience, job reference number, and cover letter) through below mentioned details.
By email
enchantfarms@gmail.com
By phone
403-635-4007 Between 11:00 AM and 08:30 AM
Be prepared for the screening questions. Include answering the following questions while applying:
- Are you available for the advertised start date?
- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
- Are you willing to relocate for this position?
- Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
- Do you have the necessary equipment for remote work (i.e. internet, home office, etc.)?
- What is the highest level of study you have completed?
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected, and conducted for further procedures directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!