Work Term: Seasonal
Work Language: English
Hours: 40 to 84 hours per week
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: Will train
Work site environment
------------------------- Other vegetables and melon farming (except potato)
Work setting
---------------- Rural area
Tasks
--------- Apply the technique of hoeing between the row
Clear fields of wood and stones
Grade vegetables and fruits into different grades according to the size, shape, colour and volume to fetch high price in market.
Hand harvesting vegetables
Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops
Tie and secure plants
Weeding
Harvest crops
Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
Examine product for quality and its readiness for the market
Type of crops
----------------- Bell peppers
Cabbage
Sweet corn
Tomatoes
Zucchinis
Vegetables
Security and safety
----------------------- Criminal record check
Transportation/travel information
------------------------------------- Valid driver's licence
Own transportation
Work conditions and physical capabilities
--------------------------------------------- Fast-paced environment
Repetitive tasks
Handling heavy loads
Physically demanding
Hand-eye co-ordination
Ability to distinguish between colours
Attention to detail
Standing for extended periods
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Walking
Personal suitability
------------------------ Team player
Screening questions
----------------------- Are you authorized to work in Canada?