Grain Farm Labourer

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Skills and Abilities

Work site environment
- Oilseed (except soybean) farming
- Other grain farming
- Outdoors
- Wheat farming
- Confined spaces
- Dangerous
- Dusty
- Noisy
- All weather conditions
Work setting
- Rural area
Tasks
- Apply fertilizers
- Cut agricultural crops
- Cut agricultural seed according to farm standards
- Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops
- Fertilize and spray crops
- Harvest crops
- Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
Type of crops
- Grains
- Canola
Equipment and machinery experience
- Tractor
- Combine harvester
- Fertilizer applicator
- Seed drill
- Sprayer or duster
- Tillage equipment
Transportation/travel information
- Valid driver's licence
- Own transportation
- Public transportation is not available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Ability to work independently
- Fast-paced environment
- Repetitive tasks
- Handling heavy loads
- Tight deadlines
- Physically demanding
- Attention to detail
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Weight handling
- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Personal suitability
- Flexibility
- Team player
- Quick learner
Screening questions
- Are you available for shift or on-call work?
- Do you have experience working in this field?
- Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?
Employment terms options
- Overtime required
Financial benefits
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)