Labourer, fruit farming
Riverbend Farms Inc based in Niagara on the Lake, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Labourer, fruit farming. Riverbend Farms Inc is a beacon of sustainable agriculture and community-driven practices. Specializing in organic farming, they cultivate a diverse array of crops with a commitment to environmental stewardship. From fresh produce to ethically raised livestock, Riverbend Farms emphasizes quality and eco-friendly farming techniques. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Riverbend Farms Inc
Position: Labourer, fruit farming
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $16.55 hourly for 40 to 60 hours per week
Employment Type: Term or contract (ending: 2024-11-01) Full time
Location: Niagara on the Lake, ON
Shifts: Day, Weekend, 08:00 to 18:00
Transportation information: Own transportation
Work setting: Rural area, Various locations, Willing to relocate and Relocation costs not covered by employer
Type of product: Fruit trees
Type of crops: Apples, Cherries, Garlic, Grapes, Potatoes, Orchard fruit and Vineyard
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualifications
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience, training will be provided
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be proficient in fruit and vegetable combination farming, experienced in working outdoors
- The candidates should be knowledgeable in viticulture and comfortable working at heights
- The candidates should be able to work in wet/damp conditions, adaptable to dusty environments, and able to handle and work in hot conditions
- The candidates should be accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment and capable of performing repetitive tasks with precision
- The candidates should have experience in handling heavy loads and be physically fit to meet the demands of a physically demanding role
- The candidates should possess a keen attention to detail, excellent hand-eye coordination, and the ability to distinguish between colors accurately
- The candidates should be comfortable with a combination of sitting, standing, and walking throughout the workday and be able to stand for extended periods as required
- The candidates should be flexible in performing tasks that involve bending, crouching, and kneeling and be willing to work overtime when necessary
- The candidates should have strong manual dexterity skills
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should be known for their flexibility in adapting to changing work environments and demonstrate sound judgment in decision-making processes
- The candidates should be highly organized in managing tasks and responsibilities, effective team players fostering collaboration and cooperation
- The candidates should uphold strong values and ethics in their professional conduct and be reliable in consistently meeting job expectations and deadlines
Candidate Status:
- Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
- Candidate must have legal authorization (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 collect brushes, perform clipping, and deleafing
- The candidates should be able to train fruit trees, grade crops, and hand harvest vegetables
- The candidates should be able to hoe crops, lower crops, and maintain/manage the growth of vines, vine canopy, and grapes
- The candidates should be able to plant, cultivate, and irrigate crops, perform shoot positioning, suckering, tie plants, and weed crops
- The candidates should be able to harvest crops, examine produce for quality, and prepare it for the market
- The candidates should be able to write daily basic progress reports
Benefits:
- The candidates will get free parking available
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, Job reference number: 2024, Cover letter, References attesting experience and Letter of recommendation) through the below-mentioned details.
By mail
15384 Niagara Parkway, R.R. # 1
Niagara on the Lake, ON
L0S 1J0
Be prepared for the screening questions. Include answering the following questions while applying:
- Are you available for the advertised start date?
- Are you currently a student?
- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
- Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
- What is your current field of study?
- What is your current level of study?
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 procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!