Harvesting Technician in Orchard Management

3 weeks ago


NiagaraontheLake, Ontario, Canada Employment and Social Development Canada Full time

Company: Employment and Social Development Canada

Position Overview

Job Title: Labourer, Fruit Farming

Education Requirements: No formal education required.

Work Environment

The role involves working in various settings, including:

  • Combination of fruit and vegetable farming
  • Outdoor conditions
  • Vineyard operations
  • Working at heights
  • Exposure to dust and heat
  • All weather conditions
Work Setting

This position is located in a rural area, and candidates should be prepared for relocation as costs are not covered by the employer.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Utilizing hoeing techniques between rows
  • Cleaning and maintaining crops
  • Clearing brush and debris from various work areas
  • Harvesting agricultural produce
  • Sorting fresh harvested goods into marketable and non-marketable categories
  • Grading fruits and vegetables based on size, shape, and color
  • Guiding the growth of plants for optimal yield
  • Hand harvesting of vegetables
  • Managing vine growth and grape production
  • Packing harvested fruits and vegetables
  • Planting, cultivating, and irrigating crops
  • Removing unwanted growth manually
  • Shaping trees and plants as necessary
  • Sorting and organizing produce
  • Securing plants properly
  • Weeding and maintaining crop health
  • Loading and unloading crates and supplies
Experience and Specialization

Types of Crops Handled:

  • Apples
  • Cherries
  • Garlic
  • Grapes
  • Orchard fruits
  • Potatoes
  • Vineyard crops

Special Skills: Candidates should possess specialized knowledge and skills related to environmental practices.

Transportation Requirements

Applicants must have their own transportation as public transit is not available.

Physical Demands

This role requires:

  • Ability to work independently
  • Performing repetitive tasks
  • Handling heavy loads
  • Physical stamina and endurance
  • Good hand-eye coordination
  • Color differentiation skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to stand for long periods
  • Bending, crouching, and kneeling
  • Willingness to work overtime
  • Flexibility in work activities
Weight Handling

Ability to lift weights up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Personal Attributes

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Organizational skills
  • Reliability and dependability
  • Team-oriented mindset
  • Commitment to ethical practices
Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following:

  • Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or temporary resident.
  • Must possess a valid Canadian work permit.

Only those authorized to work in Canada should consider applying.

Important Notice

This job posting is directly from the employer. The accuracy of this information has been verified, but authenticity cannot be guaranteed.


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