nursery labourer

My Sister's Lavender Farm; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local lavender farm in Kelowna is looking for dedicated individuals for a permanent full-time role. Key responsibilities include caring for plants, managing working conditions, and adhering to agricultural standards. Applicants must have a valid driver's license and be ready for physically demanding work. This position offers an hourly wage of $17.85 to $19.85 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in floriculture production.
• Ability to work in rural settings and handle physically demanding tasks.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Plan for germination considering environmental factors.
• Cut and prepare agricultural seed as per standards.
• Handle weeding and pruning of various plants.
• Mix and prepare soils for planting.
• Assist in watering and caring for plants.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Knowledge of plant care

Client focus

Reliability

Tools

Irrigation pumps

Mechanical sprayer

Light trucks

Job description

My Sister's Lavender Farm

Job details

• Location Kelowna , BC V1W 4B7
• Salary 17.85 to 19.85 hourly (To be negotiated) / 30 to 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

• Floriculture production
• Wet/damp
• Hot

Work setting

• Rural area

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Consider water saturation, light and temperature when planning for germination
• Cut agricultural seed according to farm standards
• Remove manually all suckers and water sprouts
• Weeding
• Assist in pruning trees, shrubs and plants
• Mix and prepare soils
• Plant bulbs and seeds
• Pot and re-pot plants
• Transplant seedlings or rooted cuttings
• Apply fertilizers
• Report signs of insect or disease damage
• Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens
• Clean work area

Experience and specialization

Type of product

• Perennials
• Cut flowers

Equipment and machinery experience

• Irrigation pumps and equipment
• Mechanical sprayer
• Light trucks

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Gloves

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Reliability
• Team player

Who can apply for this job?

The employer accepts applications from:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada
• other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit

Advertised until

2025-12-04