General Labour/Greenhouse Worker
Description
St. David's Hydroponics Ltd. is looking for hard working, dependable people to fill several permanent full-time positions for our Greenhouse and Warehouse General Labour at our Beamsville location. Employment can start ASAP.
JOB DETAILS:
- Full-time, all year
- Day shift, Monday to Saturday 7:30am - 4:30pm
-$15.83 per hour. No overtime
- Statutory holiday pay
- Eligible for extended health benefits (Health, Dental, Glasses)
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Product Prep for Market: Hand harvest fruit/vegetable using hand shears, load product onto grading line, sort/grade/pack product to company/customer specifications, stacking boxes
- Crop Maintenance: clipping, twisting, suckering, de-leafing, fruit pruning and lowering plants
- Crop Cleanout: removing plants, sweeping, cleaning out plant debris, wash and disinfect greenhouse
- Crop Start-up: put down new growing slabs, install irrigation drippers, plant seedlings, cut drain holes, tie support string, clip plants
- Continuous general cleanup inside/outside the greenhouse and related areas.
NOTE: This description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, the jobholders are expected to perform a wide array of tasks and will often be assigned to tasks that are most suited towards their skill set.
WORKING REQUIRMENTS AND CONDITIONS:
-No previous experience required
-No education required
-Work is physically demanding, fast paced and the climate can be hot and humid
-Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods of time; bending, reaching and twisting
-Capable of lifting 10kg/22lbs regularly
-Flexible to job demands; hours will fluctuate to reflect ongoing needs (average 40-50 hours per week)
-Transportation required to work location. Company is not on bus route
-Steel toed shoes required
If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.
Please apply via email at hradmin@stdavidshydroponics.com or by fax 905-988-6228.
*Only candidates with a valid SIN or work permit will be considered and only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
- Job type: Full-Time
- Company: St. David's Hydroponics Ltd.
jobs | general labour
2023-04-03