Farm Spray Operator

Job Description

Webster Farms Ltd. is located in Cambridge off exit 14, and operates year round producing raspberries, strawberries, rhubarb, and dry beans. We employ over 50 local and foreign workers during our harvest season. We are looking for a full time, permanent, Spray Operator to work with our Farm Manager. This role requires someone who is good at multi tasking as it is a combination of operating heavy machinery, chemical and pesticide management, and food safety records.

Responsibilities:

· Spray crops using a variety of sprayers

· Maintain up to date spray records

· Pesticide ordering, inventory, labelling and storage

· Consult with pest scout and farm manager to determine best pesticide use

· Calibrate sprayers and chemical application equipment

· Ensure proper equipment maintenance and use

· Assist with land preparation, tillage, fertilization, and harvest

· Operate bean combine

· General farm duties as required

Requirements:

· Valid Pesticide Applicator Certification from the National Standard for Pesticide Education Training and Certification in Canada is required

· Candidates who do not possess the Certification but are willing to obtain it are welcome (requires a 1 day course and closed book exam)

· Experience operating farm or other large machinery

· Attention to detail and experience in record keeping and recording

· Good understanding of Microsoft Word and Excel

· Valid drivers license and reliable transportation

· Flexibility to work in accordance to the weather conditions

· Proximity to the farm is an asset

· Ability to work independently

Benefits:

· Pay is hourly and will be commensurate with experience and skills

· Complete benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance

· Casual dress and laid back work environment

· Supportive and knowledgeable management team

· Continuous training and experience

Please email resume to jeyamie@avfn.ca

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Ability to Commute:

• Cambridge, NS B0P 1G0 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cambridge, NS B0P 1G0: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-02-29
Expected start date: 2024-03-01