JOB TITLE
Harvest Worker
- Location: Ashburn, Ontario, Canada
- Salary: $16.55 per hour / 30 hours per week
- Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time
- Shifts: Day, Weekend, Early Morning, Morning
- Start Date: As soon as possible
- Vacancies: 60
- Verified: Yes
- Overview:
Are you an experienced harvest worker with a strong work ethic and enthusiasm for the job? We are looking for dependable and dedicated harvest workers to join our team in Ashburn, Ontario, on a permanent, full-time basis. This role offers a competitive hourly wage of $16.55 and the chance to work on our farms.
- Languages: English
- Education: No formal degree, certificate, or diploma required
- Experience: 7 months to under 1 year
- Work Setting:
- Rural area
- Remote location
- Tasks:
- Harvest row and orchard crops
- Sort and pack fruits and vegetables
- Load, unload, and transfer crates, supplies, farm produce, livestock, and poultry
- Specialization:
- Type of crops: Mushrooms
- Additional Details:
- Transportation: Personal transportation required as public transit is unavailable
- Weight Handling: Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
- Benefits:
- Financial benefits
- Piece work
- Equal employment opportunities are promoted, including for newcomers to Canada
- Eligibility:
Apply only if you are a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident, or hold a valid Canadian work permit. Applications from those not authorized to work in Canada will not be considered.
- How to Apply:
Submit your application online at: hr@windmillfarms.ca
- Application Deadline:
March 16, 2024
- Key Skills for Harvest Workers:
- Problem-Solving: Effective problem-solving skills are crucial in farming to address issues such as unexpected weather conditions and ensure a productive harvest.
- Mechanical and Repairing: General mechanical skills are needed to maintain and repair farming equipment and tools, which helps save time and money.
- Interpersonal: Strong communication and compassion are essential for managing farmhands and negotiating with buyers.
- Time Management: Efficient time management is necessary to work long hours and meet market demands, especially during peak seasons.
- Health and Physical Stamina: Good physical health and stamina are important for handling demanding tasks in various weather conditions.
- Organizational: Organizational skills are needed to manage paperwork such as invoices and labor contracts, especially for those running organic farms.
- Management: Strong management skills help in supervising farmhands and business associates effectively.
- Adaptability: Flexibility and adaptability are key for handling unexpected conditions and changes in the farming industry.
- Technology: Staying informed about technological advancements in agriculture, such as improvements in pesticide use and irrigation, is beneficial.
- Farm Operations: A solid understanding of general farming practices and operations is necessary for daily duties on the farm.
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