ARE YOU LOOKING FOR FARM JOB IN CANADA?
At Ferme Marché-EB, you will enjoy excellent quality fruits, vegetables and dairy products as well as the unique physical and financial satisfaction that we offer.
We are a traditional working farm, with traditional buildings and all produce grown on the farm, from small plants. Beautiful rural aspects, picking your own produce from a field.
There is a small amount of fruit and lettuce in the store.
We believe that our main responsibility is to produce healthy and vital food. We are also committed to making a strong contribution to an improved environment and giving back to our community.
We strive to provide learning spaces and events that inspire, educate and connect people to build sustainable agriculture and food systems that feed people and regenerate the planet.
Job Description
If you are looking to perform farm jobs in Canada, this could be an opportunity for you.
We are looking to employ labor workers in the farming sector.
Farm worker(s) is required to Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops, Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment, Harvest crops; Fertilize and spray crops, Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock, and poultry. Examine produce for quality and prepare for market; Set and monitor water lines, airflow, and temperature in barns, pens, and chicken coops.
Specific Skills – Field Crops Hoeing crops Equipment and Machinery Experience Sprayer or duster; Loader; Fruit harvester; Farm truck; Fertilizer applicator.
Environment: Outdoors; Wet/damp; Noisy; Odors; Hot; Cold/refrigerated Transportation/Travel Information
Public transportation is available
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Hand-eye co-ordination; Ability to distinguish between colors; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Bending, crouching, kneeling; Tight deadlines
Job Obligations • Fieldwork, Soil Preparation, plowing, pruning, planting, weeding, cultivating, harvesting, sorting, packing of the field crops. • Examining produce for quality and prepare for market, • Loading produces into trucks etc. Assist in shipping/receiving activities. • To monitor irrigation & soil moisture as per crop requirements. • Using fertilizers, detecting disease and other problems in crops. • Protecting crops from weeds & pests by taking appropriate actions like spraying Pesticides etc. • Farm workers also help in Operating & maintaining farm machinery & equipment. • Informing farmers or farm managers of crop progress. • Remove diseased and dead wood • Flush irrigation systems and sprayers to protect against winter damage • Store harvested fruits and other vegetables as directed • Maintain, clean, and store farm tools after use • Report to and follow directions of supervisor • Keep fields watered and free of weeds that compete with crops • Other general farm duties as assigned. Work Location Information: Rural area Personal Suitability Flexibility; Team player; Judgement Landscape and Horticulture Technicians and Specialists Specific Skills Clipping; Mixing fertilizer; Tying; Weeding
Qualifications
Must be willing and able to work outside for long periods of time.
Works days and hours will varying depending on weather and time of year.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Experience working in an agriculture setting will be considered an asset but is not required.
Ability to work well with others.
Attendance and punctuality essential.
Additional Information
- Hourly pay rate negotiable depending on experience and qualifications
- Only applicants who are legally allowed to work in Canada at the time of application will be considered
- Visa sponsorship
- Free accommodation for the first six month in Canada
- Free transportation to and fro work
- Comprehensive insurance coverage
- Canada dependent visa (once employee have the relevant permits)
Salary $14 – $20 per hour depending on experience; if picking cherries in July/August, piece rate will apply (no less than the minimum piece rate).
All rates of pay will be in line with Employment standards minimum wage in Quebec.