Union des producteurs agricoles (UPA)

Ouvrière ou ouvrier agricole - Maraîcher spécialisé en serres

Union des producteurs agricoles (UPA)

Shawinigan, Quebec, Canada · Full Time

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Experience
Any
Salary
Openings
1
Posted
2 hours ago
Work mode
In office
Education
Agriculture or horticulture background preferred
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Job description

About the Role

We are proud of our supportive, dynamic, and collaborative work culture that balances diligence, effectiveness, and enjoyment daily. If you are passionate about customer service, sustainable agriculture, and engaging environments, this opportunity could be ideal for you!

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintaining crops through tasks such as suckering, lowering, leaf removal, and cluster pruning.
  • Harvesting produce and recording yield data accurately.
  • Detecting diseases, pests, and physiological disorders affecting crops.
  • Performing phytosanitary treatments and introducing biological predators as control measures.
  • Applying organic amendments based on crop requirements.
  • Conducting tests and monitoring measurements including tensiometer readings, 2:1 tests, and growth measurements.
  • Contributing to farm marketing efforts including organic baskets, public markets, and retail shop activities.
  • Providing versatile fieldwork support to the team.

Candidate Profile

  • Excellent physical stamina with the ability to endure heat and stand for extended periods.
  • Background in agriculture, horticulture, or a related field is advantageous.
  • Experience in greenhouse vegetable production is a plus.
  • Interest in ecological farming, teamwork, and continuous learning.
  • Desired qualities include reliability, punctuality, a positive attitude, initiative, adaptability, and a team-oriented mindset.

Working Conditions

  • This is a full-time role from now until the end of October, totaling 40 hours per week.
  • Salary is negotiable based on internal scales reflecting education, experience, and responsibilities.
  • Access to numerous non-monetary benefits detailed in the Employee Guide.
  • Opportunity to become a worker-member of the cooperative.

Work styles they’re looking for

Adaptability Reliability Punctuality Initiative Positive Attitude

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