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General farm worker - harvesting

Roy Pope & Sons Ltd.
Belleisle Creek, NB
$17.00 / hour
Full-time
Entry Level
Posted 19 days ago

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Join Our Team as a General Farm Worker - Harvesting!

Company: Roy Pope & Sons Ltd.

Location: Belleisle Creek, NB

Salary: $17.00 hourly

About the Role

Are you ready to embrace the great outdoors and contribute to the vibrant world of agriculture? Roy Pope & Sons Ltd. is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as General Farm Workers specializing in harvesting. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where you can learn and grow while making a meaningful impact on our farm.

What You’ll Do

As a General Farm Worker, your responsibilities will include:

  • Cleaning crops to ensure quality produce
  • Dividing freshly harvested produce into marketable and non-marketable lots
  • Grading vegetables and fruits based on size, shape, color, and volume
  • Hand harvesting vegetables and picking row and orchard crops
  • Planting, cultivating, and irrigating crops
  • Weeding and maintaining a clean work area
  • Examining products for quality and readiness for market

Types of Crops

You will be working with a variety of crops, including:

  • Cabbage
  • Melons
  • Strawberries
  • Sweet corn
  • Various vegetables

Work Environment

This role is set in a remote location with a focus on fruit and vegetable combination farming, as well as other grain farming. Be prepared for a dusty and hot work environment.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

We are looking for candidates who can thrive in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment. Key requirements include:

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Capability to handle repetitive tasks under pressure and tight deadlines
  • Strong hand-eye coordination and attention to detail
  • Physical stamina for standing, bending, crouching, and walking for extended periods
  • Ability to lift weights up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Requirements

  • Work Term: Permanent
  • Work Language: English
  • Hours: 40 to 50 hours per week
  • Education: No degree, certificate, or diploma required
  • Experience: Will train

Personal Suitability

We value candidates who possess:

  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Flexibility and good judgment
  • Organizational skills and reliability
  • A strong sense of values and ethics
  • Ability to learn quickly
  • Team player mentality

Work Setting

Staff accommodation is provided, making it easier for you to focus on your work and enjoy the experience.

Screening Questions

As part of the application process, please consider the following:

  • Are you available for the advertised start date?
  • Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

If you are passionate about agriculture and ready to take on a rewarding role in harvesting, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our dedicated team at Roy Pope & Sons Ltd.!

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.

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