Forest Nursery Worker (Sowing & Thinning)

PRT; Summerland; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join PRT as a seasonal Forest Nursery Worker in Summerland, where you'll assist with seedling sowing and thinning in a vibrant environment. No experience is necessary as full training is provided. Enjoy a competitive hourly wage and the opportunity to grow your career while making a positive impact on the environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly wage

Supportive team environment

Mentorship and growth opportunities

Work-Life Balance

Green Culture

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation required.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25lbs.
• Ability to stand for lengthy periods and perform repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with seedling sowing and thinning.
• Work under the supervision of the Nursery Lead.
• Engage in physical tasks in a safe work environment.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Team-oriented personality

Positive attitude

Commitment to quality and safety

Job description

Did you know that over 6 billion trees started their lives as PRT seedlings?

From our roots in 1988, when a group of dedicated employees banded together to purchase six seedling nurseries, PRT has grown into North America's largest forest seedling provider.

Today, with 42 sites across the US and Canada, including 28 nurseries and 14 seed orchards, we grow over 630 million high-quality seedlings annually. We're proud to play a vital role in supporting reforestation and sustainable forestry practices across the continent.

We're a company driven by shared success and a passion for environmental stewardship. We provide the foundation for healthier forests and a greener future.

We would love for you to be a part of what we’re growing!

WHAT WE VALUE :

• Nurturing Relationships : We believe in building strong, authentic connections with our customers, our colleagues, and our communities.
• Driving Excellence : We're committed to delivering exceptional results and exceeding expectations in all that we do.
• People-First Mindset : We prioritize the well-being and development of our employees, fostering a culture of respect, support, and collaboration.
• Making a Difference : We're passionate about contributing to a healthier planet and creating a lasting legacy for generations to come.

Job Description

A Day in the Life :

PRT Summerland is currently recruiting for seasonal Forest Nursery Workers to assist with seedling sowing and seedling thinning for Spring and Summer work. This engaging, high paced, physical position offers a safe work environment and an opportunity for a career that will make a positive change in the world. Candidates should have a desire and keenness to learn about the seed orchard activities, work independently and efficiently. No experience required; full training provided.

Work is available approximately from March 10th to the end of June. There may be short breaks in between thinning projects.

Career video for a (Nursery Worker Thinning) profile can be seen here!

About the team :

The Nursery Worker will work alongside other nursery workers under the supervision of the Nursery Lead and report to the Nursery Manager.

Qualifications

Enough about us, let’s talk about you :

Required / Minimum Qualifications & Skills :

• Reliable transportation
• Good manual dexterity and eyesight
• Team-oriented personality with a positive attitude
• Ability to stand for lengthy periods of time and perform repetitive tasks
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25lbs
• Commitment to quality and safety

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits :

At PRT, we believe in unconditional success through people. We strive to be the place where people can sow their career and grow with us. Other components of our total rewards offering include :

• Competitive hourly wage of $18.00 / hour for the training period, compensation then transfers to piece work with greater earning potentia l. Average for 2024 season was over $20.00 / hour; motivated and efficient workers have no upper limit on piece earnings!
• A supportive team structured environment, a strong safety culture, and a commitment to the environment.
• Room to grow - Learning and growing is built into every role here. At PRT, you’ll get mentorship and acknowledgment for helping our business grow.
• Work-Life Balance
• Collaboration and teamwork - Innovation doesn’t know hierarchy. We make sure everyone is heard, considered, and respected.
• Green Culture - Our PRT nurseries and seed orchards are vibrant and fun communities with employees who share a strong passion for the nature solutions we provide to our earth and doing their part in regenerating the forests of North America.

Next Steps : How to Apply :

Apply in person, Monday to Friday between the hours of 8 : 00am – 3 : 00pm. 8333 McLachlan Street, Summerland, B.C. Or call Rob Culver, Nursery Manager to arrange a meeting time at .

Alternatively you can apply online, to apply please send your resume directly to us through our career portal at; Grow Your Career | PRT Growing Services Ltd.

We embrace openness and diversity of thought for innovation and growth. We seek different perspectives to challenge conventional approaches and continuously improve our company’s performance and progress. We believe that openness and diversity of thought help us drive innovation, make better decisions, achieve effective stewardship of our business and enable our people to thrive.

We encourage you to connect with us at for more information about our accessible workplace, including disability accommodation for the recruitment process and beyond.

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