Grower 2: Forest Seedling Production Specialist

PRT Growing Services Ltd.; Fairview; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Competitive compensation with bonus or

RRSP matching

Health & wellness coverage

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

PRT Growing Services Ltd. in Fairview, AB, Canada, is recruiting a full-time Grower 2 to support nursery operations and seedling production. You will work with irrigation, climate control, IPM, and record-keeping, with opportunities for growth and relocation support.

The role requires hands-on experience in nurseries, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and trainees while ensuring safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in nursery or propagation environments.
• Familiarity with irrigation systems and crop monitoring.
• Knowledge of greenhouse equipment and climate control systems.
• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Implement irrigation and fertilization programs as indicated on crop prescriptions.
• Operate the Argus Environmental Control System for irrigation, climate, and alarm programs.
• Monitor seedling growth through morphological measurements and tissue nutrient analyses.
• Perform insect and disease inspections and apply control measures.
• Maintain neat and accurate records in computerized systems.
• Inspect and service Argus monitoring equipment and software as needed.
• Supervise and train seasonal irrigation employees.
• Train nursery workers in safe and efficient practices for weeding, QC, and cultural tasks.
• Follow IPM program for pesticide application.
• Provide feedback on growing programs to Production Manager.
• Clean or replace filters and inspect injectors/lines for wear.
• Assist with crop and growing material inventories.
• Encourage collaboration and set production targets.

Skills

Nursery experience

Irrigation knowledge

Climate control

Record keeping

Teamwork

Communication skills

Independent worker

Driver's license

Physical ability

Education

Diploma in horticulture

Forestry nursery experience

Pesticide applicator certificate

Tools

Argus system

Greenhouse equipment

Microsoft Office

Job description

PRT Growing Services Ltd. in Fairview, AB, Canada, is recruiting a full-time Grower 2 to support nursery operations and seedling production. You will work with irrigation, climate control, IPM, and record-keeping, with opportunities for growth and relocation support.

The role requires hands-on experience in nurseries, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and trainees while ensuring safety and quality standards.