Summary Orchard Worker in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region
Find key facts and figures about working as an orchard worker. The following information is applicable to all Harvesting labourers (NOC 85101).
Description
Harvesting labourers and related workers assist other farm workers to plant, harvest, sort and pack crops. They participate in soil preparation, irrigation and crop planting, spraying and thinning. They are employed on fruit, vegetable and specialty crop farms.
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Requirements
On-the-job training
This occupation usually requires short-term work experience and no formal education.
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Wages
$17.40/hour
Median wage in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region
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Prospects
Limited
The job prospects are limited in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region
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Jobs
66 jobs
advertised in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region
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Competencies
- Quality Control Testing
- Troubleshooting
- Preventative Maintenance
- Operation and Control
- Equipment and Tool Selection
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