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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Auctionmaxx Requires Full-Time Warehouse Worker $16/hr
Auctionmaxx - North York, ON - new
Job Description: Applicant will be doing warehouse duties such as unload/loading trucks with a pump truck, picking orders, filling dumpsters with garbage and recycling,...read more.
Auctionmaxx 3 days ago

Seasonal Store Associate
UNIQLO Canada - Toronto, ON
Job Description: To maximize sales through delivering exceptional operational standards and customer service. Job Description Understands UNIQLO’s basic principles and handlesread more.
UNIQLO Canada 4 days ago

Cherry Harvest Summer Employment
Coral Beach Farms Ltd. - Lake Country, BC
Job Description: Experience in picking and supervising required. Coral Beach Farms is Canada’s largest integrated cherry producer....read more.
Coral Beach Farms Ltd. 30+ days ago

Sales Associate (Bouclair Home - Surrey)
Bouclair - Surrey, BC
Job Description: Position at our Bouclair Home located in South Surrey, British Columbia. Bouclair Home offers a friendly and stimulating work environment....read more.
Bouclair 10 days ago

LIFE SKILLS WORKER II (RELIEF FULL TIME)
Northern Health - Hazelton, NB
Job Description: The District of New Hazelton is located in Northwest British Columbia and is situated between the Bulkley River and the stunning Roche De Boule Mountain Range....read more.
Northern Health 30+ days ago

Full Time Warehouse Worker $13/hr
Ablelin Store Fixtures Corp. - North York, ON
Job Description: Picking order, receiving, shipping, cleaning up work site, etc. We currently have a full time General Assembler/Shipper/Receiver/General warehouse worker job...read more.
Ablelin Store Fixtures Corp. 30+ days ago

Poultry service worker - Chicken Catchers
Premier Catching Services - Smithville, ON - new
Job Description: Premier Catching Services located in the Niagara Region, is currently seeking Chicken Catchers to work in various parts of Ontario including Smithville,read more.
Premier Catching Services 2 days ago

Cut Flowers Sales Support Associate
Fair Trade Floral - Mississauga, ON
Job Description: Duties consist of receiving, picking sales orders for customers, general warehouse duties and sales support for our sales team....read more.
Fair Trade Floral 30+ days ago

Sales Associates - Immediate Openings
Eyestar Optical - Guildford Town Centre - Surrey, BC
Job Description: Eyestar Optical is an equal opportunity employer with stores in both British Columbia and Ontario. At Eyestar Optical we love sharing our passion for eyewear!...read more.
Eyestar Optical - Guildford Town Centre 4 days ago

Sales Associate - Retail
Amos Pewter - Halifax, NS
Job Description: Seasonal Opportunity to August 25, 2017. Amos Pewter - Designers and makers of fine handcrafted pewter giftware....read more.
Amos Pewter 30+ days ago

Live in Farm Worker Squamish
Windline Farm - Brackendale, BC
Job Description: Windline Farm is seeking a dedicated self-starter for its 14 stall horse farm. Live in farm worker for a private horse operation located in Squamish BC*....read more.
Windline Farm 30+ days ago

2017 Admissions Cashier (Seasonal)/Caissiers à l'admission (Saisonnier)
CN Tower - Toronto, ON
Job Description: City Toronto Province Ontario [ON] Country Canada [CA] Title 2017 Admissions Cashier (Seasonal)/Caissiers à l'admission (Saisonnier) Position Overview Asread more.
CN Tower 15 days ago

Seasonal Sales Associate
Baggins Shoes - Victoria, BC
Job Description: This is a part-time seasonal position. We are currently hiring one seasonal part-time employee to work in our retail store in Victoria!...read more.
Baggins Shoes 30+ days ago

Keyholder / Sales Associate
Campus Crew - Gravenhurst, ON
Job Description: We are currently hiring for Summer seasonal positions at our newest location within The Shipyards Muskoka Marketplace in Gravenhurst....read more.
Campus Crew 26 days ago

RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATE
The UPS Store - North Vancouver, BC
Job Description: 1641 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver British Columbia, V7M 2J5. An independently owned franchise in North Vancouver, BC is seeking to fill a Permanent, Part-Time...read more.
The UPS Store 30+ days ago

Casual Part-time Customer Service Agent
ESIT Advanced Solutions Inc. - Canada
Job Description: Victoria, British Columbia. Headquartered in beautiful British Columbia. The Revenue Services of British Columbia Contact Service Centre....read more.
ESIT Advanced Solutions Inc. 11 days ago

Farmers Market Sales Associate
Sheldon Creek Dairy - Toronto, ON
Job Description: Sheldon Creek Dairy is a family owned and operated on farm dairy in Loretto Ontario. Farmers Market Sales Associate....read more.
Sheldon Creek Dairy 30+ days ago

Warehouse Order Picker
MTE Logistix Edmonton Inc. - Edmonton, AB - new
Job Description: At MTE Logistix we are experts in warehousing, order fulfillment, distribution and transportation. We are the source for service excellence in Western Canada.read more.
MTE Logistix Edmonton Inc. 2 days ago

Order Picker (Grocery Distribution Warehouse)
Horizon Distributors (Natural & Organic Food) - Burnaby, BC - new
Job Description: Warehouse work is required *(specifically order picking with case lot sized products)*. Must have the ability to achieve picking and accuracy goals without...read more.
Horizon Distributors (Natural & Organic Food) 2 days ago

Part Time - Whse staff
Hitfar Concepts Ltd. - Burnaby, BC
Job Description: Order picking and packing and other whse duties as directed. Entry level whse position available - Ideal candidates could be a student with a flexible schedule...read more.
Hitfar Concepts Ltd. 17 days ago

Stores and Distribution Attendant
BC Clinical Support Services - Nanaimo, BC - new
Job Description: Valid Class 5 British Columbia driver’s license. Maintains the cart top-up system by checking cart or trolley supply levels against pre-established minimum...read more.
BC Clinical Support Services 2 hours ago

Stores and Distribution Attendant
HSSBC/BCCSS - Nanaimo, BC - new
Job Description: Valid Class 5 British Columbia driver’s license. Maintains the cart top-up system by checking cart or trolley supply levels against pre-established minimum...read more.
HSSBC/BCCSS 3 hours ago

Farm Worker
Snow Farms Ltd. - Delta, BC
Job Description: We are an organic vegetable farm, serving the Vancouver wholesale market for over twenty years. Our farm provides a fantastic opportunity to learn organic...read more.
Snow Farms Ltd. 30+ days ago

Sales Associate - Trinity Commons
Mark's - Brampton, ON
Job Description: Deliver exceptional customer serviceComplete all training, learning products and sharing knowledgeProvide mentorship, coaching and feedback to teams Participate...read more.
Mark's 6 days ago

Clinical Advisor ~ Medication Distribution and Administration (LMPS)
Fraser Health - Surrey, BC
Job Description: Current registration with the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia (CRNBC). We currently have an opportunity for a Clinical Advisor, Medication...read more.
Fraser Health 30+ 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 info@aandjfarms.com 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 info@abbylanefarm.com 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 eschulz@shaw.ca Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Blueberries
Blue Haven Farm 2046 Idiens Way, Comox, BC V9N 3Y9 250-334-7964 info@homestead.com Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Blueberries	Clingan Blueberry Farm 24576 32 Ave, Langley, BC V2Z 2J5 604-534-7360 lucyclingan@hotmail.ca 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 info@davisonorchards.ca 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 info@dfgblueberries.com 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 bestberries@driedigerfarms.com 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 nmdudink@shaw.ca 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 info@formosanursery.com 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 farm@forstbauer.com 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 hanna@sunwave.net Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Apples, Seasonal Fruits, Nursery Plants
Hoodoo Ranch 9730 Hwy 8, Spences Bridge, BC V0K 2L0 250-458-2441 hoodooranch@lookieloo.net 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 farms@lecoteau.com Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Nursery Plants, Bedding Plants, Trees, Blueberries	Maan Farms 790 McKenzie Road, Abbotsford, BC V2S 7N4 604-864-5723 maanfarms@gmail.com 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 thiheng@hotmail.com Harvest Time: June - October Main Crops: Organic Blueberries
North Arm Farm 1888 Sea to Sky Hwy 99, Pemberton, BC V0N 2L0 604-894-5379 info@northarmfarm.com 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 info@payntersfruitmarket.ca 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 rondriso@gmail.com 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 farrell8@telus.net 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 info@surreyfarms.ca 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 gary@thorncrestfarms.com Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Gooseberries, Currants	Vantreight Farms 8277 Central Saanich Rd, Saanichton, BC V8M 1T7 250-652-7777 ryan@daffodil.com 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