Nelson Farms is seeking dedicated General Farm Workers to join our team in Nelson, BC, Canada. This is a full-time, on-site position requiring hands-on labor in various weather conditions. The role focuses on livestock combination farming, where workers will be responsible for field maintenance, crop handling, and farm equipment operation. No previous experience is necessary as training will be provided.
Joining Nelson Farms offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in agriculture. Employees will participate in a variety of tasks, from tending to livestock to maintaining farm machinery.
Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or individuals with valid Canadian work permits. Those who do not meet these requirements will not be considered.
Job Summary
- Employer: Nelson Farms
- Location: Nelson, BC, Canada
- Salary: $17.50 per hour / 40 hours per week
- Employment Type: Full-time, on-site
Job Requirements
- Education: No formal education is required.
- Experience: No prior experience needed; training provided.
- Language: Must understand and communicate in English.
- Physical Demands: The role involves repetitive tasks, lifting up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs), standing for extended periods, bending, crouching, kneeling, and exposure to various weather conditions.
Key Responsibilities
- Clearing fields of rocks, wood, and debris.
- Preparing and cutting agricultural seed per farm standards.
- Cleaning and maintaining greenhouse structures.
- Planting, watering, and cultivating crops.
- Harvesting, sorting, and handling farm produce.
- Assisting with livestock care and management.
- Loading, unloading, and transporting supplies, produce, and equipment.
- Operating and maintaining farm machinery and tools.
Other responsibilities:
- Ensuring proper care of livestock and crops.
- Following farm safety guidelines and hygiene practices.
- Supporting general farm upkeep and maintenance.
- Reporting any equipment or farm-related issues to supervisors.
Work Environment
Candidates should be comfortable with:
- Working in wet, damp, and unpredictable weather conditions.
- Handling physical tasks and managing daily farm operations.
- Adapting to a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Benefits
- On-the-job training and skill development.
- A dynamic, hands-on work environment.
- Staff accommodation available and provided.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by sending their applications via email to gsinghbrar2023@gmail.com.