Greenhouse labourer

Tobermory; Thames Centre; On-site; CAD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Heeman Greenhouses Limited in Thorndale, ON is seeking 12 Greenhouse Labourers for seasonal or full-time positions. The role includes clipping, cleaning, harvesting, planting, pruning and general greenhouse maintenance. Work involves outdoor conditions, long hours and lifting up to 23 kg.

Shifts include day, evening, night, weekends, overtime and on-call. Fluency in English is required; forklift and garden tractor experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English language.
• No formal education requirements; experience is an asset.
• Must be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
• Able to work long hours outdoors and in confining spaces.
• Able to work in wet/damp, hot and cold/refrigerated conditions.
• Work environment with strong odours; smoke-free workplace.

Responsibilities

• Clip and prune plants and trees in the greenhouse.
• Clean the greenhouse environment.
• Harvest vegetables by hand.
• Weed and manage garden beds.
• Plant bulbs and seeds; pot and re-pot plants.
• Transplant seedlings or rooted cuttings; fertilise.

Skills

English fluency

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Forklifts

Garden tractors

Job description

Heeman Greenhouses Limited based in 20422 Nissouri Road, Thorndale, ON N0M 2P0 is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Greenhouse labourer who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Seasonal employment or Full time job. The shift timings include Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Overtime and On Call.

Employer Name: Heeman Greenhouses Limited
Position: Greenhouse labourer
No. of vacancies: 12
Salary: $15.83 hourly 55 hours per week
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Full time
Location: 20422 Nissouri Road, Thorndale, ON N0M 2P0

• The candidate will be in charge of clipping.
• The candidate will be in charge of cleaning the greenhouse.
• The candidate will be in charge of harvesting vegetables by hand.
• The candidate will be in charge of weeding.
• The candidate will be expected to assist in the pruning of trees, shrubs, and plants.
• The candidate must mix and prepare soils.
• The candidate must plant bulbs and seeds.
• The candidate must pot and re-pot plants.
• The candidate will be expected to transplant seedlings or rooted cuttings.
• The candidate must apply fertilisers.
• The candidate must report any signs of insect or disease damage.
• The candidate must water and care for plants, lawns, and/or gardens.
• The candidate will be expected to clean the work area.

Job Requirements

• The candidate should be fluent in English language.
• There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
• Candidate having experience is an asset.
• The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
• The candidate will be required to work long hours in an outdoor environment.
• The candidate will be required to work in confined spaces.
• The candidate must be able to work in wet/damp, hot, and cold/refrigerated conditions.
• The candidate must work in an environment with a high concentration of odours.
• The work environment is smoke-free.

Work Setting

• The candidate must be willing to work in a rural area.

Experience and Specialization

Type of product

• The products are bedding plants and seasonal plants.

Equipment and machinery experience

• The candidate must have prior experience with forklifts and garden tractors.

Additional Information

Transportation/travel information

• The candidate does not have access to public transportation.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced busy environment.
• The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
• The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
• The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods of time.
• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.
• The candidate will be expected to manage a large workload.