There is a direct line between the tomatoes on a grocery store shelf and the people who picked them, graded them, and packed them with care. A fruit and vegetable farming operation is currently seeking dedicated workers to join their team for the growing season. This is hands-on work in a hot, noisy environment sometimes at heights where you will harvest tomatoes, grade them by size and colour, pack them for market, and help with greenhouse cleaning and crop maintenance. No formal education or experience is required; the farm is willing to train motivated individuals who are physically fit and ready to learn. If you are comfortable working outdoors and in greenhouses, can handle repetitive tasks with attention to detail, and want to be part of Canada’s agricultural industry, this could be your opportunity. The work is demanding but rewarding, with the satisfaction of seeing the fruits of your labour literally go to market.
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Company Overview
Our client is an established fruit and vegetable farming operation specializing in tomato production. They combine traditional farming knowledge with modern practices to grow high-quality produce for Canadian markets. The farm operates with a focus on quality, efficiency, and teamwork. They provide training, transportation, and on-site amenities to support their workers. This is a place where your effort matters—every tomato you grade, every plant you tend, contributes to the farm’s success and reputation.
Key Responsibilities
- Harvest tomatoes by hand, carefully selecting only those that are ready for market and leaving others to continue ripening.
- Divide fresh harvested produce into marketable lots and non-marketable lots based on quality standards.
- Grade vegetables and fruits into different grades according to size, shape, colour, and volume to fetch the best price in market.
- Pack fruits and vegetables carefully to prevent bruising and damage during transport.
- Perform greenhouse cleaning tasks to maintain a healthy growing environment for crops.
- Plant, cultivate, and irrigate crops as needed throughout the growing cycle.
- Remove all suckers and water sprouts manually to promote healthy plant growth.
- Sort fruits and vegetables by various criteria, ensuring consistency in each lot.
- Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment as required.
- Detect disease and health problems in crops, reporting concerns promptly to supervisors.
- Examine product for quality and readiness for the market, making judgments that affect the farm’s bottom line.
- Work at heights when necessary, following all safety protocols.
Qualifications
No degree, certificate, or diploma is required the farm will train motivated individuals who are ready to learn. You must be bondable and authorized to work in Canada. The work environment includes hot and noisy conditions, and you may be required to work at heights. Physical demands are significant: you will stand for extended periods, bend, crouch, kneel, and walk throughout the day. You must be able to handle loads up to 23 kg (50 lbs). Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination are essential for grading and packing tasks. You need the ability to distinguish between colours to grade produce accurately. Attention to detail is critical small differences in size and colour affect market price. You should be comfortable working independently but also be a reliable team player. Flexibility with shifts including early morning, evening, night, and weekend work is required. Personal suitability includes reliability, organization, good judgment, and a quick learning ability. Steel-toed safety boots are required as own tools-equipment.
Benefits and Perks
This position offers a range of benefits designed to support workers. Free parking is available on-site. Learning and training are paid for by the employer, so you build skills while earning. On-site amenities make your workday more comfortable. A competitive hourly rate between $15.00 and $23.00. On-site housing options may be available for those who need accommodation. Team building opportunities help create a positive, supportive work environment. Transportation is provided by the employer, removing the barrier of getting to a rural work location. The work is meaningful you are helping produce food that feeds families across Canada. For those who enjoy physical work and take pride in quality, this role offers stability and the chance to be part of an essential industry.
How to Apply
If you are physically fit, detail-oriented, and ready to work hard in a fast-paced farming environment, we want to hear from you. Please submit your application through the official channel, including your resume and a brief note on your availability and interest in agricultural work. Candidates must be authorized to work in Canada and available for shift work including early mornings, evenings, nights, and weekends. Training is provided, so if you have the right attitude, we can teach you the rest. Join a team where your effort directly contributes to bringing high-quality tomatoes to market.
