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Orchard Tractor Operator Plum OrchardPMI Group • Kitchener, ON, Canada
Orchard Tractor Operator Plum Orchard

Orchard Tractor Operator Plum Orchard

PMI Group • Kitchener, ON, Canada
21 days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
  • Temporary
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $27.00

About us :

At PMI Group, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to have a place to call home. We are more than builders. We are community shapers. Our imaginative approach incorporates fresh thinking, grounded in a philosophy of collaboration and transparency. Our progressive properties are modern in their styling but will stand the test of time, house generations to come, and are raising the standard of what it means to build attainable housing. Every project, every detail, every partnership is overseen by our accomplished team of professionals and trade partners, who take pride in building beautiful, quality communities. The PMI Group of Companies is comprised of 3 companies :

  • PMI Inc - Development & Head Office
  • PMI Build LP - Our construction Division
  • PMI Properties Inc- Our Property Management Division

About the role :

The Orchard Tractor Operator supports the growing and harvest season in a plum orchard, which runs from April through October.

Hours of work will vary by week and month, depending on farming needs and weather conditions.

This is a part-time seasonal position which involves operating and maintaining tractors and specialized orchard equipment to support day-to-day orchard operations. The operator must be skilled in working within tight orchard rows using narrow-frame tractors and a variety of implements, including mowers, sprayers, harvest equipment, and hauling attachments.

This role is ideal for individuals who love farming and understand the seasonality of this work.

Responsibilities :

Key Areas of Responsibilities

  • Operation : Maneuver tractors (often specialized narrow models) for planting, spraying, mowing, fertilizing, and harvesting.
  • Maintenance : Perform daily checks (fluids, cleaning) and minor repairs on equipment.
  • Implement Use : Attach and operate various tools like sprayers, mowers, and harvesters.
  • Precision : Work with high accuracy.
  • Material Handling : Load, unload, and transport materials like soil, sand, gravel, and debris. Operators must be skilled at maneuvering loads safely and efficiently.
  • Maintenance : Perform routine daily maintenance and minor repairs on equipment like (grease equipment every day, clean cab and workplace daily). This helps prevent breakdowns and extends the life of the machinery.
  • Safety Compliance : Follow safety protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment. This includes wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) and adhering to safety guidelines specific to each job site. Follow strict safety protocols, especially when working near trees or with other machinery.
  • Communication : Coordinate with others to ensure tasks are completed as planned. Effective communication is crucial for safe and efficient operation.
  • Problem-Solving : Address and troubleshoot issues that arise with the machinery or the work site. This may involve adjusting equipment settings or altering work methods.
  • General Farm maintenance and grounds keeping. In between the growing and harvest season, the operators will be required to perform general farm maintenance including grounds keeping utilizing grass trimer and small riding mower to keep farm nice and clean.
  • Our Values :

  • We are imaginative
  • We are progressive
  • We are accomplished
  • We are welcoming
  • What you bring, Competencies :

  • You are Entrepreneurial
  • You are Accountable
  • You are Collaborative and Build Relationships
  • You are Open and Transparent
  • You have a Process Disciplined Mindset
  • You are Adaptive to Change and Embrace Technology
  • You are Self Motivated and can work independently on tasks
  • What you bring Skills and Qualifications :

  • Technical Proficiency : Knowledge of how to operate and maintain various types of heavy machinery as well as general lawn equipment.
  • Experience : Previous experience operating farm tractors or heavy equipment is usually required.
  • Spatial Awareness : Ability to judge distances and operate machinery precisely.
  • Physical Fitness : The role often requires physical strength and stamina, as well as the ability to handle the physical demands of the job. Ability to stand, walk, and work in various conditions.
  • Attention to Detail : Precision in operating machinery and following safety protocols is essential.
  • Mechanical Aptitude : For basic troubleshooting and upkeep.
  • License : A valid driver's license is essential; pesticide applicator licenses are assets (or we can set up training for pesticide license)
  • Adaptability : Willingness to learn new technologies, able to fill up daily reports
  • What we offer :

  • Competitive compensation
  • Flexible Work Environment
  • Tools and Technology to help employees thrive
  • Why Join Us and how

    If you are looking for an opportunity to help shape and build new communities as a community shaper, this is the place for you. We are looking for people with similar values and competencies (our DNA). You will be part of many partnerships that are overseen by our accomplished team of professionals and trade partners, who take pride in building beautiful, quality communities. Come join us today.

    We are an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005), we will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and / or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.We thank all interested applicants. However, we will contact only those candidates to be interviewed.

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