Harvesting Labourer

Farmers’ Fresh Mushrooms; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 20,286 - 28,893; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits package

Annual performance bonus based on productivity

Job summary

Farmers’ Fresh Mushrooms is seeking a Harvesting Labourer in Abbotsford, BC. The role involves picking, sorting, and packing mushrooms in a physically demanding, indoor agricultural environment. No formal education or experience is required as on-the-job training will be provided.

The position offers a full-time schedule with competitive hourly wages and health benefits. Candidates must be physically capable and willing to work flexible hours, including weekends.

Qualifications

• No minimum education required.
• No minimum work experience required.
• Physically able to perform repetitive and manual tasks.

Responsibilities

• Picking, sorting, weighing, and cleaning mushrooms according to quality standards.
• Packing and loading mushrooms for farm transport.
• Maintaining the cleanliness of work areas and complying with food safety and hygiene standards.

Job description

Harvesting Labourer (NOC 85101)

Employer: Farmers’ Fresh Mushrooms

Job Title: Harvesting Labourer – Mushroom Farm

Work Locations:

• Abbotsford, BC V4X 1M6
• Langley, BC V2Z 1K9

Number of Positions: 30

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours of Work: 30-60 hours per week

Start Date: As soon as possible

Wage, Vacation & Benefits

• Hourly Wage: $17.85 per hour
• Piece Rate: $0.334 – $0.442 per lb (whichever is higher, in compliance with BC Employment Standards)
• Vacation Pay: 4% of gross wages
• Annual Performance Bonus: Available based on productivity and performance
• Benefits: Competitive health benefits package (dental and extended health coverage)

Job Duties

The Harvesting Labourer will be responsible for the following duties:

• Picking, sorting, weighing, and cleaning mushrooms according to quality standards
• Packing and loading mushrooms for farm transport
• Loading, unloading, and transferring crates, farm produce, supplies, and products for transport
• Organizing, cleaning, and maintaining racks and trays used for harvested mushrooms
• Performing repetitive harvesting and handling tasks in a fast‑paced agricultural environment
• Maintaining the cleanliness of work areas and complying with food safety and hygiene standards
• Following workplace health and safety procedures and employer instructions at all times

Work Environment

• Indoor agricultural (mushroom growing) environment
• Physically demanding work involving standing, bending, lifting, and repetitive movements
• Humid and temperature‑controlled conditions

Employment Requirements

• No minimum education required
• No minimum work experience required
• On‑the‑job training provided
• Physically able to perform repetitive and manual tasks
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends

Work hours and shift schedules may vary according to production needs.

Language Requirement

• Exempt, primary agriculture position