Job Description

Duree de l'emploi: Permanent Langue de travail: Anglais Heures de travail: 36 hours per week Education: Experience:

Education

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College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Work site environment

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Dry pea and bean farming Oilseed (except soybean) farming Other grain farming Wheat farming Grain, oil and forage crop

Work setting

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Rural area

Tasks

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Consider water saturation, light and temperature when planning for crop growth and development Cultivate on vertical farming system Cut agricultural crops Develop specific plans to prioritize Divide fresh harvested produce into marketable lots and non-marketable lots Follow sustainable soy farming practices such as crop rotation, reduced-till or no-till, water and nutrient management, precision farming technology and cover crops Harvest seedlings Level earth to fine grade specifications Organize tasks to accomplish the work Oversee the activities of clearing the fields Oversee the process of hoeing crops Seed cutting Shear and shape trees and plants with knife Soil fertility programs Tie and secure plants Train seed cutting techniques to farm labourers Weeding Assist in the development and implementation of farm safety and bio-security procedures Maintain financial and production records Provide agricultural crop services such as plowing, irrigating, cultivating, spraying or harvesting Co-ordinate and supervise the work of general farm workers and harvesting labourers Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed Maintain quality control and production records Supervise and oversee growing and other crop-related operations Maintain work records and logs Hire and train staff Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment Perform general farm duties

Supervision

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11-15 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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First Aid Certificate

Type of crops

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Canola

Equipment and machinery experience

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Automated irrigation system Bulk handling system Feeding and watering system Fertilizer applicator Harvesters Seed drill Sprayer or duster Storage and silage system Tractor Forklift

Area of specialization

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Agricultural crop service

Security and safety

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Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Tight deadlines Physically demanding Attention to detail Combination of sitting, standing, walking Large workload

Own tools/equipment

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Steel-toed safety boots Gloves

Personal suitability

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Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Organized Team player

Employment terms options

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Early morning

Experience

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1 year to less than 2 years

Employment terms options

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Morning Day Weekend

Health benefits

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Health care plan

Financial benefits

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Life insurance

Long term benefits

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Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

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Learning/training paid by employer On-site housing options * Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)