Forest Nursery Worker, Winter Harvest

PRT Growing Services Ltd.; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Job summary

PRT Growing Services Ltd. is seeking seasonal Forest Nursery Workers in British Columbia to support a tree seedling harvest. You will lift seedlings, learn nursery activities, and work with a supportive team under a Nursery Manager. Full training is provided, no prior experience required.

Dates run Oct 21, 2026 to Dec 4, 2026, with half-day hours in the first week and full-time hours thereafter. Salary starts at 18.54 CAD/hour, transitioning to piecework with higher earning potential.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation to PRT Summit site daily.
• Able to work in all types of outdoor environmental conditions.
• Able to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks during an 8-hour shift.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50lbs repeatedly.
• Good manual dexterity and eyesight.
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude.
• Eager to learn and contribute to forest regeneration.

Responsibilities

• Lifting tree seedlings in greenhouses.
• Learning about forest nursery activities.
• Working independently and efficiently.
• Committing to quality and safety in a safe work environment.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Outdoor environmental conditions

Stand for long periods

Lift up to 50lbs

Manual dexterity

Team oriented

Eagerness to learn

Job description

From a humble beginning in 1988 with six nurseries, PRT has grown into North America's largest grower of forest seedlings, having grown over 6 billion trees. With 27 Nurseries & 14 Seed Orchards across the US and Canada, we annually cultivate over 630 million high-quality seedlings, playing a vital role in reforestation and sustainable forestry. We're driven by a passion for environmental stewardship and a commitment to nurturing relationships, driving excellence, and fostering a people-first mindset, all to make a difference for a greener future.

Here's what you can expect when you join PRT

• Competitive Compensation & Financial Growth: Earn a competitive hourly rate with the opportunity to earn piece rates.
• Career Development & Learning: Grow your skills and advance your career with personalized guidance and a learning-focused culture that prioritizes continuous development.
• Stable & Inclusive Culture: Join an industry leader with a 40-year legacy in reforestation. We pride ourselves on a collaborative work environment where every voice matters.
• Make a Difference for the Planet: Contribute to environmental sustainability and a passion for nature solutions

We are currently seeking to fill an existing vacancy on our team.

PRT Summit is looking for seasonal Forest Nursery Workers to help with our upcoming tree seedling harvest. If you want a physical, fast-paced outdoor job that makes a positive environmental impact, this is for you! You'll be liftingtree seedlings for reforestation across North America. No specific work experience is needed – we'll provide full training.

Your Role & What You'll Do

You'll work as part of a supportive team under the guidance of a Nursery Manager. Your main duties will involve:

• Lifting tree seedlings in greenhouses.
• Learning about forest nursery activities.
• Working independently and efficiently.
• Committing to quality and safety in a safe work environment.

Please note, this role is not eligible for relocation or accommodation support.

Qualifications

Enough about us, let's talk about you:

What YOU bring to the table

• Reliable transportation to get to the PRT Summit site daily
• Interested in and able to work in all types of outdoor environmental conditions.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks throughout an 8-hour work shift.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs repeatedly through the entire shift.
• Good manual dexterity and eyesight.
• A team-oriented personality with a positive attitude.
• A desire to learn and contribute to forest regeneration.

Additional Information

Dates: Wed Oct 21st, 2026 – Dec. 4th

Hours: ½ days the first week, then full-time hours for the remaining 6 weeks.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary information: 18.54/HOUR and transitioning to piecework with greater earning potential

Join PRT Summit and help us make a real difference in the world!

We embrace openness and different perspectives to challenge conventional approaches and continuously improve our company’s performance and progress. We believe that diversity of thought helps 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 [e-mail] for more information about our accessible workplace, including disability accommodation for the recruitment process and beyond.

Still Want to learn more?

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Facebook: @PRTGrowingServices

LinkedIn: @PRTGrowingServices,

Thank you for applying; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.