Seasonal Orchard Worker – Apple Harvest

About the role

We are looking for a reliable seasonal orchard worker to join our apple orchard in Thornbury, ON. The role involves hands‑on tree care and field maintenance throughout the harvest period.

Key responsibilities

• Use a hoe to cultivate soil between tree rows, controlling weeds and promoting healthy root development.
• Collect and remove brush, debris, and fallen fruit from fields, pens, and other work areas to maintain a clean orchard environment.
• Manually prune away suckers and water sprouts to direct tree energy toward fruit production.
• Shear and shape trees and plants with a pruning knife, ensuring proper canopy structure for optimal sunlight exposure.
• Tie and secure branches and young shoots, training trees to produce higher‑quality fruit and improve overall yield.

Required profile

• Demonstrate the ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with the orchard team to meet daily targets.
• Perform physically demanding tasks, including standing for long periods, bending, crouching, kneeling, and safely handling loads up to 23 kg (50 lb).
• Exhibit strong manual dexterity, hand‑eye coordination, and meticulous attention to detail when handling tools and performing pruning tasks.
• Show flexibility in schedule, sound judgement in safety matters, and consistent reliability throughout the seasonal work period.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly wage starting at $17.95 CAD, reflecting the physically demanding nature of the role.
• Performance‑based bonus structure to reward productivity and quality of work.
• Access to on‑site amenities such as break areas and parking facilities for convenient commuting.
• Opportunities for team building and skill development within a supportive orchard environment.