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Job Posted May 1, 2023

Number of Vacancies:
1

Job Posting Length:
Four weeks

Availability:
Canadian Workers or Permanent Residents

Business Operation:
Crop Farm

Occupation:
Farm Equipment Position

Employment Terms:
Permanent (year-round)

City: Edmonton

Provincial Area:
Edmonton Area,  Alberta

Marketed to:
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents or Persons with Work Permit

Employer

Employer Info:
Norbest Farms

 

Wage and Benefits

Wage Rate:
Competitive Wages

Wage Info:
Salary is dependent on qualifications and will be adjusted to accommodate for experience.

Worker Accommodation:
Willing to help locate for the right person.

Experience and Education

Driver’s License (required):
5

Education:
Basic

Job Experience:
2-3 years

Job Duties

Livestock:
None

Farm Machinery:
Potato Harvest, seeding, loading and unloading equipment.

Duties:
Currently seeking persons to work closely with Norbest Farms to grow seed potatoes around Edmonton, Alberta.

Job Description:

Duties include working with potato planters, potato diggers, and assisting with irrigation throughout the summer.

The ability to help direct seasonal employees is an asset.

Mechanical experience is a must as we maintain and fix equipment throughout the winter months. On the farm we all work collaboratively as a team to grow the crop. Hours may vary during the season, however we take Sundays off.

Responsibilities: Repair automobiles, trucks, tractors, and other farm equipment. Perform routine maintenance on field equipment. Operate farm equipment during seeding and harvest. Assist with irrigation in the summer.

Qualifications: Previous experience on a farm, preferably experience on a potato farm. Knowledge of shop equipment (EX. welder, torch, etc.). Ability to operate equipment (EX. Forklift, skidsteer, etc.). Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Should be detailed oriented & Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Please Note:  We can only accept applicants that can legally work in Canada.

How to apply:

Send inquiries or resumes via email to: matthew@norbestfarms.com

 

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