Cavendish Farms is seeking a skilled and dependable Farm Mechanic to support our farming operations by maintaining and repairing a wide range of agricultural and fleet equipment. This hands-on role is critical to ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting efficient farm operations throughout the growing and harvesting seasons.
It is a seasonal hourly role to support our full time mechanic . From mid September to mid October 40+ hours per week, casually/on call the rest of the year.
Work Location: 1030 Greeno Rd, Chapman Settlement, NS
Department: Farming Operations
Reports To: Farm Manager
Working Conditions
- Approximately 70% indoor / 30% outdoor work environment
- Exposure to farm equipment, noise, grease, and seasonal weather conditions
What Success Looks Like
- Reliable, well-maintained equipment with minimal downtime
- Timely completion of daily and weekly maintenance tasks
- Positive collaboration with farm leadership and team members
- Consistent adherence to safety and quality standards
Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen food products for retail and foodservice markets throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have two state-of-the-art potato processing plants in PEI, one in Lethbridge, AB and another in Jamestown, ND. Headquartered in Dieppe, NB, the company also operates an appetizer plant in Wheatley, ON and has sales office locations in Toronto and Boston.
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
