NOC 85103 - Nursery and greenhouse labourers

Gtrworldwide

Yorkton

On-site

CAD 26,000 - 38,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages
Growth opportunities
Training support

Job summary

Gtrworldwide in Yorkton, Canada, is seeking a motivated nursery worker to grow, maintain and prepare plants in greenhouse settings. You will support production schedules through planting, pest monitoring, maintenance and packing activities.

Responsibilities include propagating and transplanting seedlings, watering and fertilizing, monitoring pests, pruning, operating irrigation and packing for storage or shipment, while keeping work areas clean and safe.

Qualifications

  • Plant propagation and transplanting techniques.
  • Irrigation system operation and plant watering practices.
  • Pest and disease identification and basic integrated pest management awareness.
  • Pruning, trimming and plant maintenance skills.
  • Safe use and maintenance of hand tools and light equipment.
  • Time management, teamwork and effective communication.

Responsibilities

  • Plant, transplant and pot seedlings, cuttings and container stock according to production schedules.
  • Water, fertilize and apply approved treatments to maintain plant health and growth.
  • Monitor plants for pests, diseases and nutrient deficiencies and report observations to supervisors.
  • Prune, deadhead and perform routine plant maintenance to ensure quality and uniformity.
  • Operate and maintain irrigation systems, basic greenhouse equipment and hand tools.
  • Sort, grade, pack and prepare plants and materials for storage, sale or shipment, and maintain clean work areas.

Skills

Plant propagation
Transplanting
Irrigation system operation
Pest and disease recognition
Plant maintenance
Effective communication

Education

Secondary school diploma or equivalent
On-the-job training or related horticultural experience accepted

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Summary

Carry out a variety of tasks to grow, maintain and prepare plants in nursery and greenhouse settings. Support production schedules through planting, pest monitoring, maintenance and packing activities.

Main Duties
  • Plant, transplant and pot seedlings, cuttings and container stock according to production schedules.
  • Water, fertilize and apply approved treatments to maintain plant health and growth.
  • Monitor plants for pests, diseases and nutrient deficiencies and report observations to supervisors.
  • Prune, deadhead and perform routine plant maintenance to ensure quality and uniformity.
  • Operate and maintain irrigation systems, basic greenhouse equipment and hand tools.
  • Sort, grade, pack and prepare plants and materials for storage, sale or shipment, and maintain clean work areas.
Requirements
  • Secondary school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • On-the-job training or related horticultural experience accepted
  • Previous experience in nursery or greenhouse work is an asset, or willingness to learn production practices
  • Physical ability to perform manual labour, including lifting and carrying containers and standing for extended periods
  • Availability to work in greenhouse and outdoor environments, including warm, humid or seasonal conditions
  • Basic reading, writing and numeracy to follow labels, instructions and work orders
  • Basic English or French communication skills
  • Ability to follow health and safety procedures and use hand tools and basic equipment safely
Required Skills
  • Plant propagation and transplanting techniques
  • Irrigation system operation and plant watering practices
  • Pest and disease identification and basic integrated pest management awareness
  • Pruning, trimming and plant maintenance skills
  • Safe use and maintenance of hand tools and light equipment
  • Time management, teamwork and effective communication
Benefits
  • Benefits include competitive wages, supportive work environment, opportunities for growth, training support, and other employer-specific benefits depending on the position and location
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