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Upland Organics is currently looking to hire a permanent full-time farm employee. We are a modern family-owned certified organic grain farm located near Wood Mountain, in South-Central Saskatchewan.
Duties
Operate farm machinery and equipment to assist in field operations
Equipment repair, cleaning and maintenance
General farm work as required
Maintain a positive attitude and work environment
Work in a safe and effective manner
Qualifications
Ability to work long hours when required
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Effective oral and written communication skills
Must maintain a valid Saskatchewan drivers licence with Class 1A being an asset
Basic knowledge of GPS technology an asset
Welding and mechanical ability are assets
Enjoy working outdoors
We Provide
Assistance in finding local housing if necessary
Company vehicle
Opportunities for training and other personal and professional development
Flexible hours
Competitive wage starting at $20/hour depending on experience
Essential Skills
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Continuous learning
Transportation/Travel Information
- Valid driver's licence
Specific Skills
- Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
- Harvest crops
Type of Equipment
- Tractor
- Tillage equipment
- Swather
- Seed drill
- Planting equipment
- Farm truck
- Combine
Type of Farm Operations
- Grain, oil and forage crop
Work Location Information
- Rural community
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Attention to detail
Work Site Environment
- Outdoors