Farm hand needed, full time - Richmond, BC, Canada - Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Kwantlen Polytechnic University Richmond, BC, Canada

1 week ago

Full time

Description

Farm hand - harvesting, KPU Farm Schools (Canada Summer Jobs) Department/Faculty Institute for Sustainable Food Systems Home Campus (Location) Richmond, BC Employment Duration 8 weeks
This role reports to Institute for Sustainable Food Systems Director - Kent Mullinix.

SUMMARY

The farm hand (Canada Summer Jobs) position at the KPU Farm Schools will assist in seasonal field work including harvesting, weeding, crop maintenance, and various other field tasks.

As an education farm dedicated to regenerative farming practices and local food systems, this position requires someone who is passionate about regenerative agriculture, building local food systems, and food systems education.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Performing day-to-day farm tasks including transplanting, harvesting, post-processing, weeding and seeding, farm site cleaning
Ensuring that farm irrigation system, equipment, and tools are well maintained in working order.
Attend weekly meetings and provide updates to the Director and other team members.

QUALIFICATIONS
Meet all the Canada Summer Jobs Program eligibility requirements
Ability to work outside in all weather
Physical ability to lift 45lbs repeatedly
Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
Class 5 driver's license
Strong communication skills and interest in working with a diversity of people
Experience in farming is an asset
Valid First Aid Certificate an asset
Access to a vehicle for commuting to and from the farm is an asset
Experience leading volunteers is an asset
Canada Summer Jobs Program Eligibility requirement
be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period.

be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment.

have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

be able to work full-time hours per week) during the employment period.
For further understanding on program eligibility through the Canada Summer Jobs Program, information can be found here.
Salary Information

Anticipated hourly pay rate:
$ $25.02
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