Farm Labourer

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Operate skid steers and forklift
• Perform heavy lifting and manual labour tasks required
• Minor maintenance and repair to farm equipment as needed
• Use power tools and hand tools for various tasks
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of farm buildings and structures
• Yard maintenance
• Grading potatoes
• Occasional work outside of normal hours during planting and harvesting
• Occasionally work weekends.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience operating skid steer and forklift considered an asset
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and physical labour in various weather conditions
• Some mechanical knowledge for equipment maintenance and repair
• First Aid training considered an asset
• Pesticide certification considered an asset

Preferred Skills and Traits

• Ability and willingness to learn
• Personable
• Reliable
• Able to follow directions
• Organized
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently

Compensation:

• Competitive wage based on experience
• Healthcare available
• Dentalcare available
• Life Insurance available
• RRSP available
• Clothing/Boot allowance

Please note that this position requires working outdoors in various weather conditions. If you are a hardworking individual who enjoys working with nature, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 8 months

Salary: $14.75-$20.10 per hour

Expected hours: 44 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Ability to Relocate:

• Jacksonville, NB: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person