Fruit Picking Jobs British Columbia

British Columbia Farm Work - Harvest and Seasonal Jobs

Supported by a resource-based economy, British Columbia thrives along the west coast of Canada with a broad geography and climate. Commonly referred to as BC, the province supports roughly 4.6 million residents. In addition to inhabitants, an impressive number of food products grow and prosper in the region. About 200 agricultural commodities yield a market value of nearly $2.9 billion. While farmers utilize only a measly four percent of land for commercial farming, the province still generates about six percent of the total gross farm receipts in Canada. Of the roughly 20,000 farmsteads spread across around 2.6 million hectares, almost 98 percent remain family-owned and operated, with corporations only owning two percent. Year-round and seasonal employment opportunities consistently become and remain obtainable in the North American territory. More than 6,500 farms, or 33 percent of total farms in the province, report to paying wages and salaries to farmworkers.

Variations in cost of production, growing conditions, and a fluctuating market leads to continuous changes within the agriculture industry. The landscape consists of pastureland, about 50 percent, crops, around 20 percent, and other miscellaneous uses, such as summer fallow and seeded pastures. Over the years, farms specializing in hay, field vegetables, melons, sheep and goats, greenhouse vegetables, poultry and eggs, and fruit and nuts experienced widespread expansion. Declines took place in beef cattle, hog and pig, dairy, nursey, and grain farms. British Columbia entertains the largest amount of acreage for apricots, raspberries, bush blueberries, and sweet cherries in Canada. A little less than 17,000 hectares grow various types of berries and grapes. Approximately 620,000 cattle and calves prosper on farmsteads throughout the province. Other agricultural ventures, such as beekeeping, horses, bison, and organic produce, support the economy, as well.

Bordered by the Pacific Ocean on the west side, British Columbia features rugged coastlines stretching for more than 17,000 miles. Mountainous fjords and uninhabited islands also scatter near the shore. The capital, Victoria, resides on the southeastern tip of Vancouver Island. The narrow strip of island houses a dense population, while the western portions of the territory remain covered by a temperate rainforest. Spectacular scenic views comprise the Coast Mountains and the Inside Passage and offer a lot to the ecotourism industry.

Of the terrain, approximately 75 percent of lands in the province prove mountainous, 60 percent forested, and a sparse amount of arable land at five percent. Merges of the North Pacific Ocean drift and Kuroshio Current give way to a mild oceanic climate, which frequently produces rain. The weather verges on a dry-summer Mediterranean and encounters pockets of subtropical conditions. High mountains shield the interior of the province and provide the area with a semi-arid climate and less than 10 inches of precipitation per year. Average temperatures range from three degrees Fahrenheit in Fort Nelson during winter to 89 degrees Fahrenheit in Osoyoos during summer.

Close to 930,000 individuals find employment in agricultural-related work throughout British Columbia. Of the employees, nearly 545,000 hold year-round positions, while the rest occupy seasonal and temporary job titles. Spreads such as Northern Cherries Inc., located in Oliver, routinely seek migrant workers during harvest times. While most positions remain obtainable seasonally, employees still find generous work benefits. With competitive wages around $10.00 to $11.00 an hour, farm laborers may engage in picking, animal husbandry, machine operation, and general work. Common job titles range from farm worker, tractor operator, and orchard picker to vineyard pruner, animal caretaker, and farm supervisor. Depending on length of employment and occupation, employees earn paid time off, health insurance, and discounts on produce.

Whether an experienced professional or starting in the industry for the first time, candidates locate positions on farmsteads either through online applications or applying directly in person. Ideally, aspirants demonstrate previous farming skills through detailed resumes, which highlight former employers and educational background. Workers should possess reliable transportation and flexible availability. Many larger operations hire dozens of staff members before busy harvests begin, while smaller establishments seek general laborers skilled in several facets of agriculture. Recruiters search for potential employees able to commit seasonally or long-term, physically capable of meeting strenuous duties, and dedicated to the development of successful farmsteads.

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Seasonal Warehouse Workers
Gap Inc. - Brampton, ON
Job Description: *_JOB FAIR!_* *_Now Hiring: _* *_TEMPORARY MERCHANDISE HANDLERS – 30 and 40 HRS/WEEK_* At our distribution centre near (Williams Parkway/McLaughlin) *$15...read more.
Gap Inc. 25 days ago

Claims Support Assistant (Part Time) Metrotown
ICBC - Burnaby, BC
Job Description: ICBC is committed to being an inclusive employer, one that reflects the diversity of the people and communities of British Columbia....read more.
ICBC 4 days ago

Casual Farm Worker - Introductory Level
Rosengren Farms Inc - Midale, SK
Job Description: We are seeking a seasonal farm worker. Rosengren Farms Inc. Is located near Midale SK....read more.
Rosengren Farms Inc 28 days ago

Order Picker/Packer - Afternoon Shift 3:00PM - 11:30PM
TK2010 - Toronto, ON
Job Description: Experience in order picking. Tomato King is looking to add qualified and passionate candidates to our growing team....read more.
TK2010 6 days ago

Sales Associate -Scarborough Town Centre (Seasonal)
The Children's Place - Scarborough, ON
Job Description: Job Summary: The Sales Associate will be responsible for supporting the Store Leadership Team to achieve all company goals and initiatives. The Sales...read more.
The Children's Place 6 months ago

Order Picker/Packer
So Delicious inc. - North York, ON
Job Description: The order picker is responsible for picking and packing orders, taking inventory and loading trucks. WHO WE ARE:....read more.
So Delicious inc. 30+ days ago

STUDENT - COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTANT (SEASONAL)
Addiction Services for York Region - York, ON
Job Description: *ADDICTION SERVICES FOR YORK REGION – EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY* *JOB POSTING 2019.29C* *STUDENT COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTANT (SEASONAL) * *Addiction Services...read more.
Addiction Services for York Region 8 days ago

Order Picker/Packer
Trux Accessories - Laval, QC
Job Description: Order picking, packaging, shipping and receiving. Our people are our biggest asset and we want everyone on the team to love what they do, where they do it and...read more.
Trux Accessories 30+ days ago

Warehouse Order Picker/Packer
Holland Imports Inc. - Burnaby, BC - new
Job Description: Loading and unloading trucks, picking orders, wrapping products, packing, labelling, shipping and receiving. We import and distribute a wide range of import and...read more.
Holland Imports Inc. 2 days ago

Order Picker/Packer
Tamco - Caledon, ON
Job Description: Order Picking – Picking and packing orders in a timely manner. The Order Picker/Packer ensures seamless processing of orders and outgoing shipments....read more.
Tamco 30+ days ago

Farm Worker/Labourer
Cloverspring Farms Inc. - Dugald, MB
Job Description: Reporting to the Farm Manager, the Farm Worker/Labourer is responsible for carrying out day to day tasks on the farm and in the fields....read more.
Cloverspring Farms Inc. 30+ days ago

Front Desk Attendant (Casual)
Coast Mental Health - Vancouver, BC
Job Description: Coast operates in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia providing approximately 1000 people with supportive housing and 4000 clients living in the community...read more.
Coast Mental Health 7 months ago

Farm Worker
Top Tomato Foods - Markham, ON
Job Description: This is a seasonal fulltime job, from May till the end of the year. The candidates are expected to be versatile and work in different areas of the farm,...read more.
Top Tomato Foods 26 days ago

Apple Picker/Farm Worker - CAN NOT SPONSOR EMPLOYMENT VISAS
Schuyler Farms Limited - Simcoe, ON
Job Description: Seasonal Full Time. Will be expected to do other jobs such as pruning, thinning, sorting, grading and packing of apples, routine maintenance and operation of...read more.
Schuyler Farms Limited 30+ days ago

order picker
Burgham Sales - Scarborough, ON
Job Description: Salary$$14HOUR hourly for 40 hours per week Terms of employment Permanent Full time Day Start date As soon as possible Vacancies 1 Vacancy Job no. 1197190...read more.
Burgham Sales 23 days ago

mini-golf attendant
Squirrely Putt & Play - Tuxford, SK
Job Description: Terms of employment Seasonal. Salary$$13 to $14HOUR hourly for 30 to 40 hours per week....read more.
Squirrely Putt & Play 6 days ago

Farm Worker
Dorenberg Orchards - Lake Country, BC
Job Description: Colour picking apples. We are happy to be accepting applications for the seasonal position of Farm Worker. Pruning rootsuckers and general farm maintenance....read more.
Dorenberg Orchards 9 days ago

Sales Associate
Roots - Toronto, ON
Job Description: Reporting to the Store Manager, the Seasonal Sales Associate plays a vital role in promoting our core values. NATURE & SCOPE....read more.
Roots 6 months ago

Farm Worker/ Mushrooms Picker
Abbycel Substrate Ltd. - Abbotsford, BC
Job Description: Sanitizing picking tools, racks and packaging areas. Loading/unloading crates, pallets and farm supplies for transport....read more.
Abbycel Substrate Ltd. 10 days ago

Warehouse Order Picker-Tue, Wed, Thurs-Mississauga
Compass Group Canada - Mississauga, ON
Job Description: Accurate order picking and load preparation. Our operation in Mississauga is searching for mature , reliable and punctual individual to join our team at Eurest...read more.
Compass Group Canada 12 days ago

Warehouse Order Picker
Pet Valu - Toronto, ON
Job Description: Mastery premiums for acheiving and maintaining high picking standards. You will be picking store orders and preparing them for delivery to the stores....read more.
Pet Valu 30+ days ago

Warehouse Order Picker (Early Morning)
Bamford Produce Group of Companies - Etobicoke, ON
Job Description: Picking and packing produce orders according to the task sheets. Warehouse Order Picker (Early Morning)....read more.
Bamford Produce Group of Companies 30+ days ago

Night Shift Warehouse Worker - Brampton, ON (R3073)
Eclipse Advantage - Brampton, ON
Job Description: *Job Title: *Night Shift Warehouse Worker (Full-Time) *Shift: *Monday Night - Friday Night 12:00am - 8:00am *Location: *8495 Goreway Road, Brampton Ontario...read more.
Eclipse Advantage 22 days ago

order picker
TRA - St. John's, NL - new
Job Description: Salary$$15.03HOUR hourly for 30 to 40 hours per week Terms of employment Permanent Part time leading to full time Evening, Weekend Start date As soon as...read more.
TRA 3 days ago

greenhouse worker
Klassen Greenhouse Farms Inc. - Cottam, ON - new
Job Description: Salary$$14HOUR hourly for 40 to 60 hours per week Terms of employment Permanent Full time Day, Evening, Weekend, Overtime, Early Morning, Morning Start date...read more.
Klassen Greenhouse Farms Inc. 2 days ago

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Directory of Farms, Orchards, etc in or near British Columbia regions

Note: The information below is simply a list of farms, growers, or orchards in the British Columbia area. Being listed below does not necessarily mean that they are currently looking to hire labor. You should contact them to inquire about employment availabilities.

A and J Farms 26032 16 Ave, Aldergrove, BC V4W 2L4 604-856-4206 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Hazelnuts, Walnuts, Figs, Squash, Grapes, Plums, Tomatoes, Quail, Chicken, Eggs, Lamb	Abby Lane Farm 7233 Mays Rd, Duncan, BC V9L 6A6 250-709-5405 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Pumpkins, Squash, Gourds, Corn, Sunflowers, Eggs
Aldor Acres 8301 252nd St, Langley, BC V4W 1T1 Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Dairy, Pumpkins, Christmas Trees, Apples	Alouette Tree Farm 23083 132nd Ave, Maple Ridge, BC V4R 0A8 604-467-0100 Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Pumpkins, Blueberries, Christmas Trees, Seasonal Vegetables, Seasonal Fruits
ASH Berry Farm 3210 Royston Rd, Courtenay, BC V9N 9R3 250-336-8872 Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Strawberries	Bear Hill Blueberry Farm 5939 Bear Hill Rd, Victoria, BC V9E 2J3 250-652-1338 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Blueberries
Blue Haven Farm 2046 Idiens Way, Comox, BC V9N 3Y9 250-334-7964 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Blueberries	Clingan Blueberry Farm 24576 32 Ave, Langley, BC V2Z 2J5 604-534-7360 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - September Main Crops: Blueberries
Covert Farms Organics 38614 107th St, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 250-498-2731 Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Potatoes, Beets, Eggplant, Strawberries, Cherries, Grapes, Tomatoes, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables	Davison Orchards Country Village 3111 Davison Road, Vernon, BC V1H 1A2 250-549-3266 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Cherries, Raspberries, Strawberries, Apricots, Peaches, Apples, Beans, Peas, Peppers, Cucumbers, Squash, Pumpkins, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables
Deane Farms 1275 Carson Rd, Grand Forks, BC V0H 1H0 250-442-3400 Harvest Time: April - October Main Crops: Corn, Tomatoes, Peppers, Melons, Bedding Plants, Vegetables Transplants, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables	DFG Blueberries 11071 Blundell Rd, Richmond, BC V6Y 1L4 604-273-5829 [email protected] Harvest Time: June - October Main Crops: Organic Blueberries
Dickinson Family Farm 17208 Bentley Rd, Summerland, BC VOH 1Z3 Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Cherries, Peaches, Plums, Apricots, Pears	Driediger Farms 7361 240th St, Langley, BC V1M 3P8 604-888-1685 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - September Main Crops: Strawberries, Raspberries, Blueberries, Blackberries, Currants
Dudink’s Garden & U-Pick Berry Farm 2219 Gomerich Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9X 1R8 250-740-0302 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Strawberries, Potatoes, Beets, Chard, Spinach, Cabbages, Roses, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables, Nursery Plants	Emma Lea Farms 2727 Westham Island Rd, Delta, BC V4K 3N2 604-946-8216 Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries, Tayberries, Boysenberries, Blackberries, Beans, Peas, Cabbages, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables
Formosa Nursery 12617 203rd St, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 4A1 604-465-3359 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Organic Blueberries, Persimmons, Apples, Plums, Grapes, Cherries, Pears, Seasonal Fruits, Nursery Plants, Trees, Shrubs	Forstbauer Family Natural Food Farm 49350 Prairie Central Rd, Chilliwack, BC V2P 6H3 604-794-3999 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Organic Carrots, Beets, Zucchini, Squash, Beans, Cucumbers, Potatoes, Lettuces, Kale, Corn, Chard, Blueberries, Strawberries, Beef, Eggs
Gatzke Orchards 15686 Hwy 97, Oyama, BC V4V 2G4 250-548-3444 Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Peaches, Apples, Strawberries, Blueberries, Seasonal Fruits	Hanna & Hanna Orchards 3181 11th Ave NE, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 2S8 250-832-4574 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Apples, Seasonal Fruits, Nursery Plants
Hoodoo Ranch 9730 Hwy 8, Spences Bridge, BC V0K 2L0 250-458-2441 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Organic Cherries, Apricots, Apples, Pears, Peaches, Seasonal Fruits, Seaosnal Vegetables	Krause Berry Farms 6179 248th St, Langley, BC V4W 1C3 Harvest Time: May - November Main Crops: Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries, Blackberries, Beans, Corn, Potatoes
Le Coteau Farms 304 Walton Pl, Victoria, BC V9E 2A4 250-658-5888 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Nursery Plants, Bedding Plants, Trees, Blueberries	Maan Farms 790 McKenzie Road, Abbotsford, BC V2S 7N4 604-864-5723 [email protected] Harvest Time: March - November Main Crops: Blueberries, Strawberries, Seasonal Vegetables, Seasonal Fruits
McClintock’s Farm 3419 Dove Creek Rd, Courtenay, BC V9J 1P3 250-334-4562 Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Raspberries, Blueberries	No. 5 BlueBerry Farm 7040 No.5 Rd, Richmond, BC V6Y 2V2 604-836-7888 [email protected] Harvest Time: June - October Main Crops: Organic Blueberries
North Arm Farm 1888 Sea to Sky Hwy 99, Pemberton, BC V0N 2L0 604-894-5379 [email protected] Harvest Time: April - January Main Crops: Apples, Cherries, Plums, Peaches, Apricots, Spinach, Garlic, Squash, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables	Paynter's Fruit Market 3687 Paynter Rd, Westbank, BC V4T 1R1 250-768-7313 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Cherries, Apples, Tomatoes, Peppers, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables
Rondriso Farms 8390 172nd St, Surrey, BC V4N 3G4 604-574-5585 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Beets, Broccoli, Pumpkins, Cabbages, Potatoes, Carrots, Cauliflower, Seasonal Vegetables, Beef	Shamrock Farm 2276 Anderton Rd, Comox-Strathcona B, BC V9M 4B2 250-339-1671 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Lavender, Garlic, Apples, Pumpkins, Honey, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables
Surrey Farms 5180 152nd St, Surrey, BC V3S 0L2 604-574-1390 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Hazelnuts, Plums, Cherries, Onions, Lettuces, Spinach, Zucchini, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables, Flowers, Nursery Plants	The Apple Barn - Taves Family Farm 333 Gladwin Rd, Abbotsford, BC V2T 5Y1 Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Apples, Christmas Trees, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables
Thorncrest Farms 451 Arnold Rd, Abbotsford, BC V3G 1S4 604-852-5736 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Gooseberries, Currants	Vantreight Farms 8277 Central Saanich Rd, Saanichton, BC V8M 1T7 250-652-7777 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Daffodils, Gladiolas, Tulips, Strawberries, Lettuces, Radishes, Squash, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables, Flower Bulbs
Willow View Farms 288 McCallum Rd, Abbotsford, BC V2S 8A2 Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Potatoes, Apples, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables