Organic veggie farming

Title: Farm General Labourer
Farm: Selva Farm
Location: Beloeil, near Montreal, Quebec

Overview

We are seeking a hard working, reliable seasonal employee on an organic vegetable farm located in Beloeil, QC, very close to Montreal. This position is for a general labourer, who will assist in various tasks throughout the peak growing season. The general labourer will be helping the lead farmer in growing 1 - 1.5 acres of organic vegetables, fruits and herbs. This farm project is in it's first year, so there will be a lot of tasks which have to do with the development of the land such as building raised beds with compost.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the greenhouse seeding, direct seeding, transplanting and maintenance of the crops.
• Assist with harvesting on the day before or day of farmer's markets.
• Assist with weeding. (Many hours of weeding using tools and by hand.)
• Operate farm equipment safely and efficiently.
• Use hand tools and power tools for various construction, repair, and maintenance tasks.
• Perform heavy lifting of materials, equipment, or supplies as needed.
• Follow safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and proper storage of tools and equipment.
• Willingness to work according to the harvest needs, which may involve working on weekends if there is a Saturday farmer's market for example.

Experience / Requirements

• Prior experience with small-scale farming, market gardening, landscaping or any sort of manual labour is considered a strong asset.
• Training will be provided for the right candidate. Lead farmer has 8 years of agricultural experience and a wealth of knowledge to share.
• Familiarity with machinery, small engines, power tools and hand tools.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including heavy lifting and prolonged periods of standing, bending and crouching.
• Able to work long hours of physical labour.
• A passion for quality food, permaculture, sustainability and community.
• Strong work ethic with a focus on safety, teamwork, and reliability.

Transport

• The farm is outside of Montreal. The candidate must have a vehicle, be able to take public transport reliably, or live nearby the farm to apply for this job. Candidates without a reliable method of getting to the farm will not be considered!
• There is no on-site housing for staff! There is a bathroom, shower, and shady gazebo on the farm, and there is the opportunity to camp out at the farm from time to time if the employee wishes.

Benefits

• Flexibility on which days are worked besides harvest days.
• Access to high quality, organic vegetables to eat and take home at no charge.
• Work outdoors in a beautiful environment with a mountain view!
• Connect with the earth, learn new skills, and work with a fun, passionate and easy going farmer.
• Occasional bonfires, social events and the option to share communal meals if desired.

Term

• 5 month contract, at roughly 25 hours per week.
• Estimated term of May - September.
• Flexibility on start and end date, possibility of working less hours in spring and fall, and more hours during the peak of summer season.
• 18$ per hour for candidates with low experience, 19$ an hour for candidates with some more experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract, Seasonal

Contract length: 5 months

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Free vegetables
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person

To apply, please e-mail your resume and a brief covering letter to:
yanni.bouziotas gmail.com*
subject: Organic farm help

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