Mushroom Farm Worker
Maritime Gourmet Mushrooms Inc.
Location Great Village, NS
Salary 17.50 to 18.50 hourly (To be negotiated) / 35 to 44 hours per week
Full time
Early morning, Weekend, on call, Flexible hours
Starts as soon as possible
Benefits: Health benefits, other benefits
Languages English or French
Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
Experience 1 year to less than 2 years
Work must be completed at the physical Location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
Wet/damp
Noisy
Cold/refrigerated
Work setting
Rural area
Responsibilities: Clean the crops
Divide fresh harvested produce into marketable lots and non-marketable lots
Grade vegetables and fruits into different grades according to the size, shape, colour and volume to fetch high price in market.
Greenhouse cleaning
Hand harvesting vegetables
Pack fruits and vegetables
Clean work area
Harvest crops
Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
Examine product for quality and its readiness for the market
Experience and specialization
Type of crops
Mushrooms
Equipment and machinery experience
Planting equipment
Hand tools
Additional information
Security and safety
Criminal record check
Transportation/travel information
Valid driver's licence
Own transportation
Public transportation is not available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environment
Repetitive
Physically demanding
Standing for extended periods
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Flexibility
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Values and ethics
Quick learner
Benefits
Health benefits
Health care plan
Other benefits
Free parking available
Until: 2026-06-13
NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.
Email us: maritimegourmet@gmail.com
Posted: 12-05-2019 Location: Collingwood,Ontario,Canada