Company: AgréArbre S.E.C.
Business information: Fruits and maple trees farm located in Austin, QC.
Business Address: 105 Chemin Fisher, Austin, QC J0B 1B0
Work Location: Same as above
Type of Employment: Full-time – Seasonal (9-month contract)
Estimated Start Date: March 2027
Job Description:
Apply fertilizers and soil amendments as required
Clear and collect brush and debris from fields and other work areas
Clear fields of wood and stones and other obstacles to maintain safe and continuous access throughout the property
Level earth to fine grade specifications
Plant and irrigate trees
Tie and secure new maple trees
Write daily basic progress reports
Clean and maintain work areas
Load, unload and transfer supplies and plant material
Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
Detect and report disease and health problems in crops and trees
Install drainage lines and ditches
Clear the maple grove of deadwood and storm-damaged trees and branches
Prune trees as needed to maintain tree health and growth.
Prepare planting areas for the establishment of truffle-inoculated trees
Remove weeds manually and perform general vegetation control
Guide and train young trees
Plant and irrigate newly acquired trees and provide ongoing care to support their establishment and growth
Prune and shape young trees as needed to promote healthy development and optimize growth
Tie and secure young trees as required to provide stability and support proper establishment
Remove undergrowth to promote optimal tree development
Apply appropriate treatments to young trees, including spraying when required for pest or disease control
Receive, unload and safely move newly acquired trees to their designated planting areas, and handle the supplies and materials required for planting
Repair, rebuild and maintain deer fencing throughout the 200+ acre property as required to protect agricultural areas, fields and tree plantations
Repair and maintain gates and access points throughout the 200+ acre property to ensure proper access and security of agricultural areas
Plant, irrigate, maintain and harvest a small-scale vegetable garden
Clear unwanted vegetation and overgrowth throughout the property as required to maintain agricultural areas, access routes, fencing and tree plantations
Requirements:
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma.
Experience: Experience is an asset. On-the-job training will be provided.
A valid driver’s license (class 5) is an asset.
Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment, Repetitive tasks, Work under pressure, Handling heavy loads, Physically demanding, Manual dexterity, Hand-eye co-ordination, Attention to detail, Standing for extended periods, Bending, crouching, kneeling, Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills, Flexibility, Judgement, Organized, Reliability, Team player.
Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
Language: English OR French
Salary: $17.00 per hour, 40 hours per week.
Benefits: Accommodation provided at a discounted rate. A company pickup truck will be available to the workers for errands. Uniforms provided by the employer. Travel expenses paid by the employer if the worker needs to relocate.
Important Information: Flexibility in schedule is required. The regular work schedule will be from Monday to Friday, from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Work on Saturday may be required depending on the business needs and weather conditions.