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Interested in a rewarding experience in sustainable agriculture? We are now hiring for the 2022 growing season. Apply today!
Position: Field Crew Member
Duration: May – November 2022 (start & finish dates TBD)
Duties & Responsibilities:
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Field Work: bed prep, seeding and planting, weed management, irrigation management and greenhouse work
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Harvest Activities: harvesting to order, post-harvest duties (washing & packing)
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Building Projects: assist with high tunnels, outbuilding & fence maintenance, field storage stations, etc.
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Indoor Microgreen Activities: harvesting and seeding (including prep work and clean-up)
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Other: general cleaning and tidying of work areas
Qualifications:
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Able to follow instructions carefully and accurately
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Maintains attention to detail while keeping a steady pace of work
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Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment
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Positive attitude, sense of humour and a keen interest in organic farming
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Willingness to perform physically demanding, repetitive and strenuous tasks
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Comfortable working indoors in a warehouse setting as well as outdoors in all weather conditions
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Comfortable working alone and with a team
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Experience working on organic vegetable farms/gardens is an asset
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Applicants must have reliable transportation to and from the farm
Position Details:
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Part-time and Full-time positions available, as we are a small team so commitment to a full season of work is very important
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Work Hours: 7am-5pm, start & finish times may be adjusted depending on time of season.
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Wage: starting at $16-18 per hour depending on experience. Successful applicants will receive a complementary vegetable share.
How to Apply?
Please send resume and cover letter to info@backyardedibles.ca
Position: Delivery Driver
Duties & Responsibilities:
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Assist with loading van according to delivery manifest
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Follow route and schedule as outlined, ensuring on-time deliveries
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Clean vehicle after each delivery day (sweep cargo space, wipe down console, etc.)
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Inspect vehicle on a regular basis and report any issues or warning lights to owners immediately
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Clean and return delivery equipment to proper storage areas at end of day
Qualifications:
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Minimum 25 years of age (for insurance purposes)
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Valid G-Class Ontario Driver’s License with clean driving record
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Very reliable
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Excellent customer service skills and positive attitude
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Knowledge and experience driving in the city of Ottawa and surrounding areas is an asset
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Interest in local food systems and organic farming is an asset
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Fluent in English; and French is an asset
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Applicants must have reliable transportation to and from the farm
Position Details:
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Part-time - 1-3 days/week depending on time of the season
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Wage: $18/hr
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Successful candidates will be asked to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination status
How to Apply?
Please send resume and cover letter to info@backyardedibles.ca