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Duties
Assisting with land preparation for research trials.
Assisting with preparation and maintenance of equipment.
Operation of tractors and agricultural equipment such as mowers, seeders, pruning equipment (chainsaws) and sprayers.
Assisting with planting, spraying, irrigation and harvest operations.
Assisting with transportation of equipment between locations.
Assisting with collecting plant and soil samples for analysis.
Assisting with field, roadway, grounds and tree maintenance.
Record keeping.
Intent of the process
The immediate need is to fill one (1) seasonal permanent position and one (1) full-time temporary position (duration of 12 months).
A pool of qualified or partially qualified candidates may be established and used to fill similar positions on a temporary and/or permanent basis (including seasonal positions).
In the event that an employee of the public service is qualified through this process, they may be considered for acting, deployment, indeterminate, assignment or secondment opportunities.
Positions to be filled
2
Important messages
As one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) is proud to celebrate our achievement in creating a diverse, respectful, and positive workplace where all employees are valued and recognized for their unique qualities, ideas, voices and perspectives. We are dedicated to building and promoting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, representative of all Canadians regardless of race, ethnicity, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic background or lived experience. By embracing diversity and inclusion, our department ensures broader discussions, better decisions, and a more positive workplace. We also have various employee diversity networks dedicated to ensuring that our department continues to grow as an inclusive employer.
Conditions of employment
Reliability Status security clearance
Learn more about security screening process.
Other Conditions of Employment:
Possession of a valid, class 5 British Columbia driver’s license, or other provincial/territorial equivalency.
Ability and willingness to work overtime on occasion, including weekends, possibly on short notice.
Ability and willingness to perform physically demanding work, including moderate to heavy manual labour that requires lifting objects (up to 25 kg).
Ability and willingness to work under various environmental and weather conditions.
Ability and willingness to control allergies through the use of personal protective equipment and/or medication and this must not impinge upon the duties to be performed.
Ability and willingness to work on varied terrain and with various commercial agricultural equipment.
Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a Pesticide Applicator’s Certificate.
Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain equipment training.
You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
Education:
A secondary school diploma OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.
At a later stage in the selection process, you will be required to provide documentation verifying your educational credentials.
If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. Click on the link below to contact the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials(CICIC).
Learn more about degree equivalency.
Experience:
Experience operating grounds equipment such as mowers, string trimmers, tractors or other machinery (heavy and light).
Experience performing manual labour.
Applied / assessed at a later date
Knowledge:
Knowledge of agricultural crops or plant propagation.
Knowledge of general practices in agriculture.
Knowledge of the safe operation of agricultural-grade equipment or similar mechanical systems.
Competencies:
Concern for Safety
Problem Solving
Teamwork
Abilities:
Ability to conduct work in accordance with instructions, established procedures and techniques, and safety rules.
Ability to maintain records.
Language requirements (essential for the job)
Applied / assessed at a later date
English essential - You are entitled to participate in the selection process in the official language of your choice.
Learn more about language requirements.
You may need (asset qualifications)
May be applied / assessed at a later date
Asset Qualifications - Occupational Certification:
Possession of a valid Pesticide Applicator Certificate.
Asset Qualifications - Experience:
Experience in commercial agriculture.
Experience in tree fruit and vineyard production or in horticulture, plant care, or related fields demonstrating practical knowledge of living plants and crop management.
Experience operating and maintaining farm vehicles, equipment, and implements or construction, material handling and earthmoving equipment such as dozers, excavators, skid steers, backhoes, forklifts, telehandlers, and/or compact loaders.
Organizational Needs:
In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates self-declaring as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal peoples, Persons with a Disability; Visible Minorities, Women.
Supporting employment continuity by prioritizing AAFC employees impacted by workforce adjustment for job opportunities.
Our commitment
We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Learn more about assessment accommodation.
Equity, diversity and inclusion
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.
Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.
Agriculture and Agri-food Canada recognizes that the diversity of its employee population contributes to its strength and integrity. We are committed to achieving employment equity and developing a highly capable workforce that is representative of Canadian Society. We encourage women (especially in non-traditional occupations), Indigenous peoples (Aboriginal peoples), persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups to apply and declare themselves as part of one or more of the Employment Equity groups, as selection may be limited to candidates belonging to one or more of the groups.
Learn more about employment equity.
Preference
Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.
Learn more about preference to veterans.
How to apply
Learn more about applying for Government of Canada jobs.
Information you must provide
- Your résumé
- Contact information for 2 references
We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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