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Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Asset languages: Spanish; Castilian. Work site environment: Fruit and vegetable combination farming. At heights. Hot. Noisy. Cold/refrigerated. Dirty. Non-smoking. Work setting: Urban area. Relocation costs not covered by employer. Tasks: Apply fertilizers. Clean the crops. Cut agricultural crops. Divide fresh harvested produce into marketable lots and non-marketable lots. Grade vegetables and fruits into different grades according to the size, shape, colour and volume to fetch high price in market.. Greenhouse cleaning. Guide growing shoots into optimal development positions. Hand harvesting vegetables. Level earth to fine grade specifications. Pack fruits and vegetables. Pick row and orchard crops. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops. Remove manually all suckers and water sprouts. Sort fruits and vegetables. Tie and secure plants. Clean work area. Fertilize and spray crops. Harvest crops. Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Examine product for quality and its readiness for the market. Transplant seedlings or rooted cuttings. Spray or dust plants with insecticides and fungicides. Report signs of insect or disease damage. Pot and re-pot plants. Plant bulbs and seeds. Perform general farm duties. Operate climate controls. Dig up wrapping rootballs of trees and shrubs. Assist in grafting activities. Cut horticultural crops. Type of product: Hydroponic horticultural products. Type of crops: Cucumbers. Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence. Own transportation. Public transportation is not available. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Repetitive tasks. Handling heavy loads. Tight deadlines. Physically demanding. Manual dexterity. Hand-eye co-ordination. Ability to distinguish between colours. Attention to detail. Standing for extended periods. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Walking. Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs). Personal suitability: Flexibility. Reliability. Team player. Values and ethics. Quick learner. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Are you available for shift or on-call work?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you live near the job location?. Experience: Experience an asset. Other benefits: Free parking available.