High Paying Fruit & Vegetable Picker Job in Canada | Mensen Farm (Delta, ON)

This on-site position offers a salary of $17.50 – $20.00 per hour, with 36 to 60 hours per week. Workers will be involved in harvesting, sorting, and packing a variety of crops, including strawberries, blueberries, cucumbers, carrots, onions, and tomatoes. If you enjoy working outdoors and want to gain experience in agriculture, this could be a great opportunity for you.

Job Overview: Fruit & Vegetable Picker – Mensen Farm

• Location: Delta, Ontario
• Position: Fruit & Vegetable Picker
• Job Type: Seasonal, Full-Time
• Work Schedule: Day, Evening, Weekend, Early Morning, Morning
• Salary: $17.50 – $20.00 per hour (Negotiable)
• Vacancies: 3 Positions Available
• Start Date: May 1, 2025
• Staff Accommodation Available

This is an on-site position with no remote work options available.

Responsibilities & Job Tasks

✔ Harvesting & Sorting Fruits & Vegetables

• Hand-pick and sort fruits and vegetables based on size, shape, color, and weight
• Grade and divide fresh produce into marketable and non-marketable categories
• Carefully harvest crops such as asparagus, bell peppers, blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, sweet corn, tomatoes, zucchinis, potatoes, and onions

✔ Farm Maintenance & Crop Care

• Plant, cultivate, and irrigate crops
• Hoe between rows and clear fields of wood and stones
• Weed and clean crop areas to maintain healthy plant growth
• Perform greenhouse cleaning and general farm maintenance

✔ Quality Control & Packing

• Ensure harvested fruits and vegetables meet market standards
• Pack produce into containers for distribution
• Follow food safety and hygiene regulations while handling fresh produce

Work Environment & Conditions

Farm work requires physical stamina and the ability to perform repetitive tasks in different weather conditions.

•  Work Setting: Rural farm area
•  Weather Conditions: Outdoors, wet/damp, hot, dusty, noisy, and all-weather conditions
•  Physical Demands:
  • Standing for extended periods
  • Bending, crouching, kneeling for long hours
  • Lifting heavy loads (up to 13.5 kg / 30 lbs)
  • Hand-eye coordination for sorting and grading produce
  • Repetitive tasks in a fast-paced environment

📢 Note: Workers must have the ability to work independently and be comfortable handling a large workload.

How to Apply for This Job?
APPLY ONLINE

Applicants can apply in person at the following address:

📍 In Person: 161 County Road 42, Delta, ON, K0E 1G0
🕘 Application Hours: Between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM

Application Requirements:

• Updated Resume (CV) with relevant experience (if any)
• Cover Letter explaining why you are interested in the position
• References attesting to past work experience (if available)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Do I need prior experience to apply?

No, previous experience is not required. The employer will provide on-the-job training for all workers.

Q2: Is accommodation provided for workers?

Yes, staff accommodation is available for farm workers. It is best to confirm details with the employer during the application process.

Q3: How many hours per week will I work?

Workers can expect 36 to 60 hours per week, depending on workload and season.

Q4: What types of crops will I be working with?

Workers will be harvesting, sorting, and handling asparagus, bell peppers, blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, sweet corn, tomatoes, zucchinis, potatoes, and onions.

Q5: What are the biggest challenges of this job?

• Working in all weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, damp)
• Physically demanding tasks like lifting, kneeling, and standing for long hours
• Repetitive tasks in a fast-paced work environment

Q6: Can temporary foreign workers apply?

No, this job is only open to Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or those with a valid work permit.