Apple Thinner

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Apple Thinner
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April 26th, 2015
Company Profile:
Dorenberg Orchards is a family owned and operated business. We have been growing tree fruits in
Lake Country since 1949. We have 45 acres of high density apples including Sunrise, Gala & Ambrosia.
We also have a 10 acre vineyard. Our farm is west facing overlooking Okanagan Lake. We speak
English and French.
Job Description:
Apple Thinners remove apples from clusters of fruit by hand. Thinning is an essential step in our
quality assurance program. This job is physically demanding requiring the use of a ladder on a slope.
Successful applicants will work outside in mid-summer heat. Limited camping accommodation is
available on-farm. Applicants residing off-farm must have reliable transportation to and from the
farm.
Duties:
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Removing apples by hand according to the
quality and quantity standards set out by
your supervisor.
Following food safety protocol as described
by your supervisor
Tree and vine training including rubbing,
clipping and tying as necessary
Hours:
− 6 days/week, 8 hours/day (7am-3pm)
− 5-6 weeks, mid-June to late-July
− Applicants must be available from earlyJune to late-July
Skills:
− Using both hands in a continual flow
− Using a ladder on slopes
− Working in a team environment
− Ability to self-motivate while doing
repetitive tasks
− Able to bend, lift, twist and stand/walk for 8
hours per day
− Must participate in on farm food safety
programs
− Consistent attendance and punctuality
− Fluent in English or French
Experience:
− One season of manual labour an asset
Wage:
Employment Status:
− $12.25/hour
− Seasonal
Please note:
− Applicants must be legal to work in Canada and possess valid Social Insurance Numbers (SIN)
− Overtime provisions do not apply for agricultural positions
− Work hours are dependent on weather and crop volume
Please apply online at www.dorenbergorchards.ca