Position Overview
UP Vertical Farms, a pioneering leader in sustainable vertical farming and agri technology, is seeking dedicated and detail oriented individuals to join our Operations team as Harvesting Labourers. This position plays a vital role in ensuring our fresh locally grown greens are harvested packaged and delivered at the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
Ideal candidates will have experience working in agricultural food production or warehouse environments and demonstrate strong attention to detail reliability and teamwork. A commitment to maintaining food safety and cleanliness in accordance with UP Vertical Farms high standards is essential.
This is a full time position within the Operations Department at UP Vertical Farms. The position reports to the Farm Manager with work hours that may include weekdays evenings and weekends depending on production schedules.
Primary duties include harvesting leafy greens and other crops trimming and inspecting produce for quality packaging products for distribution maintaining accurate harvest records and cleaning work areas and equipment. Employees are expected to follow all standard operating procedures safety guidelines and food handling protocols.
Work is performed in a climate controlled indoor environment and may involve standing for extended periods repetitive motions and lifting moderate weights. The role requires attention to detail cleanliness punctuality and teamwork to meet daily production goals.
Performance is evaluated by a supervisor based on productivity adherence to quality and safety standards and contribution to the overall success of the team and company mission of growing sustainable fresh food for local communities year round.
About UP Vertical Farms
UP Vertical Farms is a pioneering Canadian leader in sustainable indoor agriculture combining over a decade of innovation in agri technology automation and environmentally responsible food production. We grow premium leafy greens year round in a fully controlled soil free environment that uses 99 percent less water and zero pesticides.
Our mission is to redefine how fresh food is grown and delivered locally sustainably and efficiently. Through advanced vertical farming systems we supply consistently high quality produce to grocers and consumers across Western Canada.
As a growing and collaborative team we take pride in our commitment to excellence sustainability and community impact. At UP Vertical Farms every role contributes to building a cleaner smarter and more resilient food system for the future.
Our Commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion
UP Vertical Farms is committed to fostering a diverse equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects and respects the communities we serve. Guided by the principles of Human Rights we ensure that all individuals are treated with dignity and free from discrimination based on race colour ancestry place of origin political belief religion marital or family status disability sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age or any other protected characteristic.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Greenhouse cleaning
- Hand harvesting vegetables
- Harvest seedlings
- Harvest crops
- Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
Qualifications
- Must be 16 years of age
- Must be eligible to work in Canada
- Open to LMIA Work Permit applications
- Experience is an asset
Working Conditions
- Must be able to work on site at UP Vertical Farms
- Work atmosphere is professional and cordial
- Physically demanding
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary range CA$17.85 to CA$18.85 per hour
Work Schedule
- Approximately 40 to 60 hours per week
- Morning day evening or night shifts on weekdays or weekends
Training
- On site and on the job training provided
How to Apply
Email your resume to the HR and Administration Manager at
[email protected]
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $17.85-$18.85 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 60 per week
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
