General Farm Labourer

**Work Schedule** * Early mornings, days, evenings, and weekends * Weekend work required * Overtime as required during peak production periods **About the Farm** Charles Keddy Farms Ltd. is a diversified agricultural operation located in Lakeville, Nova Scotia, producing strawberries, raspberries, and sweet potatoes. We are seeking experienced and reliable workers to assist with crop production, equipment operation, field maintenance, and harvest activities. **Work Location** **Primary Work Location:** 982 Charles Keddy Rd, Lakeville, NS B4N 3V7 **Additional Work Locations:** Various farm fields and agricultural production sites operated by Charles Keddy Farms Ltd. within Kings County, Nova Scotia. This is an **on-site position**. Remote work is not available. **Language Requirements** * English **Education** * No degree, certificate, or diploma required **Experience** · Previous agriculture, horticulture, nursery, or farm labour experience is preferred. Experience operating in a fast-paced outdoor agricultural environment is considered an asset. Training will be provided. **Duties and Responsibilities** * Hoe between crop rows * Clear fields of rocks, stones, and debris * Plant, cultivate, and irrigate crops * Harvest crops and vegetables by hand * Perform general crop maintenance and field work * Assist with crop production and harvesting activities as required **Crops Grown** * Strawberries * Raspberries * Sweet Potatoes **Work Environment** * Outdoors * Wet or damp conditions * Dusty environments * Hot weather and cold weather * Refrigerated and cold storage areas * Exposure to varying weather conditions * Rural and agricultural settings **Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities** * Fast-paced environment * Physically demanding work * Repetitive tasks * Tight deadlines * Standing for extended periods * Frequent walking * Bending, crouching, and kneeling * Heavy lifting and carrying * Ability to repeatedly lift and carry up to 23 kg (50 lbs) repeatedly throughout the workday * Hand-eye coordination * Attention to detail * Ability to distinguish between colors * Working under pressure **Personal Suitability** * Reliable * Team player * Positive work attitude **Compensation and Benefits** * $17.00 per hour * Piecework opportunities may be available during harvest periods where applicable **Who Can Apply** Applicants must be: * Canadian citizens; * Permanent residents of Canada; or * Temporary residents of Canada with a valid work permit. **Do not apply if you are not legally authorized to work in Canada.** **How to Apply** **Email:** careers@keddynursery.com **Fax:** 902-678-0067 **Contact Person:** Philip Keddy **Telephone:** 902-680-2883 **Work Location:** In person Job Type: Full-time Pay: $17.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 – 70.0 per week Application question(s): \* Do you have previous experience in agriculture or a similar field? * Are you able to perform physically demanding work, inc