Fall Harvest - Potato Storage Labourer

Cavendish Farms; Town of Kensington; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading producer of frozen products is hiring Temporary Labourers for the fall harvest season in Prince Edward Island. Join a dynamic team for outdoor work involving unloading potato trucks, monitoring quality, and performing physical tasks. Candidates must be able to lift up to 40 lbs and possess a valid driver's license. Competitive hourly wage with overtime and bonus incentives available. Apply now for this unique seasonal opportunity.

Benefits

Overtime after 48 hours

$2.00 bonus incentive for each hour during harvest

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license or reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs (18 kg).
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Unload potato trucks into storage buildings.
• Monitor quality of potato samples.
• Clean around equipment and shovel dirt.

Skills

Manual physical labor

Attention to detail

Ability to multi-task

Ability to work independently

Forklift or skid steer experience

Tools

Forklift

Skid steer

Job description

Job Description

Cavendish Farms is currently hiring Temporary Labourers for our fall harvest season. This is a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic team in a hands-on, fast-paced outdoor work environment.

• Hourly Wage: $20.42/hr
• Schedule: 7 days a week, 10–14 hours per day
• Start Date: September 2025
• Duration: 4–6 weeks (with possibility of extension)
• Work Environment: Outdoor work
• Overtime: After 48 hours worked each week
• Bonus: $2.00 bonus incentive for each hour worked during harvest (paid out at the end of the season based on safety and attendance)

Responsibilities

• Unloading potato trucks into storage buildings by backing in trucks
• Collecting potato samples and monitoring quality
• Cleaning around equipment, shoveling dirt and debris
• Operating equipment such as bin-pilers, and if qualified, skid-steer, forklift, wheel-loader
• Performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license or reliable transportation
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs (18 kg)
• Ability to perform manual physical labor
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced team environment
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task
• Forklift or skid steer experience is an asset
• Mechanical aptitude or farm operation experience is an asset
• Availability for extended hours, evenings, and weekends, up to 7 days a week, 10–16 hours during harvest

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates across Canada and the U.S. with 20,000 employees. We foster a culture of integrity, inclusivity, and talent development, offering career growth across various divisions. We are committed to accessibility and encourage applicants to request accommodations at any stage of the process.

We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Cavendish Farms, a family-run company headquartered in Dieppe, New Brunswick, is a leading producer of frozen potato products and appetizers. Our operations span across Canada and the U.S., including manufacturing facilities and farm operations, with a focus on sustainable farming and innovation.