Seasonal Farm Worker – Harvesting

About the role

We are seeking a seasonal farm worker to support harvesting and general crop management at our ginseng farm in Windham Centre, Ontario. The role involves hands‑on work in a fast‑paced outdoor environment, with flexible early‑morning, evening and weekend hours.

Key responsibilities

• Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops.
• Weed, fertilize and spray crops.
• Harvest crops and examine product quality for market readiness.
• Operate and maintain farm machinery such as tractors, farm trucks and haying equipment.
• Use automated irrigation systems and other planting equipment.

Required profile

• Physical stamina for demanding tasks, including heavy lifting and standing for long periods.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Attention to detail and good hand‑eye coordination.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Required skills

• Farm truck operation.
• Tractor operation.
• Haying equipment operation.
• Lift truck operation.
• Planting equipment operation.
• Sprayer or duster operation.
• Tillage equipment operation.
• Automated irrigation system operation.
• Valid driver’s licence.