Lakewinds Farm Ltd is seeking a seasonal full-time individual to join our team (part-time throughout the winter, full-time for the remainder of the year). The ideal candidate is dedicated and self-motivated to take initiative to suggest improvements and find work that needs to get done.
Our business is a modern and forward-thinking family-run cash crop and poultry farm near Beaverton Ontario (30 minutes west of Lindsay). We use progressive farming practices such as no-till, strip-till and cover cropping and we strive for continued sustainability in all aspects of our farming operation.
What you will do:
Take an active role in the operation and become an important part of the team
Complete field work (tillage, spraying, planting, etc.)
Assist with harvest operations (buggy/combine operator, monitor grain dryer, etc.)
Assist with the maintenance and upkeep of equipment and the farm yard/buildings
Occasionally completing daily poultry barn chores
Assist in the clean-out of poultry barns when required
Required qualifications:
At least 2 years of experience working for an agri-business or farm operation
Minimum of a High School Diploma
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks
Experience operating large modern farm equipment
Mechanical aptitude
Willing to work flexible hours, long days during planting and harvest seasons
Valid G license
Qualifications that would be considered an asset:
DZ or AZ license
Experience using GPS systems and precision farming equipment
College diploma or University degree in agriculture, diesel mechanic or similar
Experience operating any of the following: self-propelled sprayer, excavator, planter or combine
Poultry farm experience
Salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Housing options may be available.