Farm Technician/Operator

at  Sunnyside Farms

JOB SUMMARY:

The primary responsibility of the Farm Technician/Operator will be to assist the General Manager in executing daily farming, maintenance, and potato storage operations. This includes ensuring efficient function of all cultivating, planting, irrigating, chemical/fertilizer application, harvesting, and storage/sorting activities. This role involves active participation in said activities, while maintaining accurate records of production. This is an active farming role, and successful applicants are expected to perform required duties in inclement weather should it be required.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform Farming Activities: Participate in the execution of cultivating, seed cutting, planting, irrigating, chemical application, and potato harvest activities.
• Maintain and Repair Equipment: Ensure all farm equipment, conveyance equipment, and vehicles are in good working order. Make in-field repairs as needed on farm machinery.
• Product Shipping/Delivery: Participate in shipping potatoes throughout the season, either as a truck driver (valid license required) or in the storage facility loading process.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and detailed records of production metrics, Canada GAP Food Safety material, inputs, and harvest data. Data to be recorded/updated digitally.
• Operational Support: Provide hands-on support in the field/shop/storage facility and fill in for absent team members when needed.
• Communication and Coordination: Work closely with the General Manager and farm team to ensure clear communication and efficient workflow throughout the season.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure all activity complies with Canada GAP standards and with associated health, safety, and environmental regulations.

This role may require you to use and/or operate the equipment listed below. There may be additional pieces of equipment not listed here.

• Tractor and Implements
• Potato Harvester
• Wheel Loader
• Potato Storage / Conveyance Equipment
• Tractor Trailer Units (Class 1 Driver)
• Tandem Axle Trucks (Class 3 Driver)
• Potato Seed Cutter/Treater
• Sprayer
• Pickup Truck and Tow Attachments
• Shop Tool