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Am I Suited For This Job?

Farm Workers should be:

  • physically fit & have good physical stamina – work is physically demanding and you are on your feet most of the time
  • hard-working
  • detail-oriented

Farm Workers should:

  • enjoy working outdoors
  • enjoy working with machines
  • work well as part of a team

Farm Workers work long hours and the workload often varies with the seasons. Work takes place both indoors and outdoors, so workers may be exposed to various weather conditions. You use machinery, tools and heavy farm equipment, such as tractors, which can pose the risk of injury. You may be exposed to chemicals, such as pesticides, and dust and sand in the workplace.

Sources: WorkBC Career Profile, Career Cruising