Alternative titles: Maple syrup maker, Maple syrup production labourer
Average Salary
$24.04/h
Job Prospects
What are the main duties?
You manage a sugar bush and produce maple syrup and other maple-derived products.
You install and maintain sap collection systems, tap maple trees, and monitor environmental conditions during the harvesting season.
You collect, transport, and process maple sap using specialized equipment such as evaporators, filtration systems, and concentration equipment.
You monitor syrup quality, oversee production processes, and ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
You also maintain the maple grove, manage equipment, market products, and may participate in agritourism activities or visitor services.
Is it right for you?
This occupation is well suited to individuals who enjoy working outdoors and managing seasonal agricultural production.
You demonstrate autonomy, resourcefulness, and strong organizational skills.
You are comfortable with physical work, production equipment, and changing weather conditions.
You enjoy a variety of responsibilities that combine production, business management, and natural resource stewardship.
If you are looking for a career closely connected to Québec’s cultural heritage and the agri-food sector, maple syrup production offers rewarding opportunities and strong entrepreneurial potential.