Field - Forklift Operator

Jealous Fruits is Canada's largest cherry grower and exporter. We supply premium fruit to large Canadian and US retailers and export to Asia, the Middle East and Europe.

We require suitably experienced forklift operators join the Field team at our locations in Vernon and Kelowna.

The main responsibilities of the job include:

• Unloading and loading trucks, trailers and tractors
• Moving, stacking and unstacking fruit bins in trailers
• Carrying out checks and maintaining records required of the job.
• Working in a safe efficient manner, following applicable work safe and food safe requirements.
• Any other duties within the scope of the job that may be as assigned from time to time.

The successful applicants will have the following qualifications and experience

• Good command of English accompanied by the ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and management.
• Be a flexible team player who works well in a busy and demanding environment
• Able to work for extended periods of time in a focused, safe and professional manner and work all shifts as required.
• Meet all physical requirements demanded by the job.
• Pervious experience operating a forklift is preferred.

Working Conditions

• This is a seasonal role that runs for the duration of our cherry harvest, July to September.
• Working schedule July start 4am to 3 pm; August start 12 am to 11 am. 
• Work shifts can vary from 8-12 hours dependent on the harvesting schedule.
• Remuneration: $19.00 to $23.00 /hour, depending on experience.

Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your job application.

Other Details

Job Type: Full-time - Contract Position

Contract Length: July - September

Expected Start Date: July 2, 2025

Compensation : $19-23 per hour, commensurate with experience