Farm Worker

Freshi Green Houses Ltd based in Strathmore, AB, is looking for candidates for the position of Farm Worker with 2 vacancy. The candidate who got selection will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to that of full time or permanent job.

Employer Name
:
Freshi Green Houses Ltd
Position
:
Farm Worker
No. of vacancies
: 2
Salary
: $15.00 hourly for 35 hours per week
Employment type
:
Full time, Permanent
Location
:
Strathmore, AB

• The candidate will be required to manage the farming activities of a large size cultivatable land.
• The candidate will be required to develop better Planting, Cultivation and Irrigation Techniques.
• The candidate will be responsible for Harvesting crops.
• The candidate will be required to monitor irrigation and soil moisture as per crop requirements.
• The candidate should be responsible in timely detection of health problems in crops.
• The candidate should be responsible for keeping the farm area clean and hygenic.
• The candidate should be responsible in evaluating the need for alterations in watering schedules.
• The candidate should be able to identify pest and weeds to determine the selection and application of pesticides and fertilizers.
• The candidate will be required to keep an up-to-date knowledge of pests and diseases.
• The candidate should be responsible for timely harvesting and storage of crops.
• The candidate should participate in the inspection, grading, sorting and post harvest treatment of crops.
• Responsible in protecting crops from weeds and pests by taking appropriate actions like spraying pesticides etc.
• The candidate must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
• The candidate must examine the quality of the product and get it ready for the market.

• The candidate should know English
• There are no specific education, such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma required.
• Previous experience in the farming industry is not mandatory.
• The candidate should be punctual.
• The candidate should be flexible.
• The candidate should be reliable.
• The candidate should have good perception skills and strong attention to detail.
• The candidate should be willing to adapt themselves in all types of weather conditions.
• The candidate should give importance to values and ethics.
• Work in an outdoor environment, including tolerance for pests and thorns.
• Willing to work in limited and confined space.

• This is a fast-paced environment.
• The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
• The candidate must finished the work with in the given time line.
• The Candidate should be physically strong and fit.
• The candidate should be able to handle repetitive tasks.
• Work conditions are not calendar based but are dependent on crop maturity and weather.
• The candidate should be required to work overtime if needed.
• Standing for extended period
• The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in bending, crouching and kneeling positions.