Cherry Transporter

Jealous Fruits is the northernmost large scale cherry producer in North America. We grow premium cherries along the shores of Okanagan Lake in the renowned Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, Canada. Our cherries are all hand packed in our state-of-the-art facility, located right on our farm, and shipped to our customers worldwide.

• Driving 3/4 ton truck with horse trailer attached

• The safe and responsible operation of farm equipment
• Transport of cherries from the field to the plant without bruising or damaging cherries
• Transport of totes from the plant to the field
• Ensuring all maintenance issues are reported to your Field Supervisor/Mechanic
• Taking part in Health and Safety training
• Towing bin trailers loaded with totes of cherries from the field to the processing plant
• Towing bin trailers loaded with empty totes from the plant to the field
• Following direction given by supervisor

• Clean class 5 driver’s license or equivalent
• Fluent in English

• Must be able to carry out physically demanding tasks such as lifting 25 lbs on a frequent basis and walking on uneven terrain, as required
• Must be a flexible team player who works well in a busy and demanding environment
• Good eye for detail and quality maintenance
• Able to work for extended periods of time in a focused, safe and professional manner
• Previous experience an asset

Our working environment is extremely demanding over a short time period. Applicants should be aware that:
• This is a farming environment and days off may be extremely limited during our picking season

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.
• Work hours are not calendar based, but are dependent on crop maturity and weather
• Work hours are generally 50+ hours per week
• Successful candidates begin July shifts: 6 am to 4 pm; August shifts: 2am - 12 pm
• Overtime provisions do not apply for this position
• Applicants must be available until early to mid-September
• Great teamwork environment. Work is conducted outside; it is advisable to be prepared for weather by wearing layers.
Please note as a "farm worker" under the Employment Standards Act Overtime, Hours of Work and Statutory Holidays provisions do not apply.