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Lakeshore Tree Farms Ltd.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local tree farm in Saskatoon is seeking seasonal workers for various agricultural tasks. Responsibilities include budding trees, cleaning crops, and assisting in plant care. The position requires physical endurance and the ability to handle heavy loads. Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada. This is a full-time role, ideal for those who enjoy working outdoors.

Qualifications

• Permanent resident or temporary resident of Canada with valid work permit.
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Budding trees.
• Clean the crops.
• Deleaf agricultural crops to accelerate ripening.
• Guide growing shoots into optimal development positions.
• Assist in pruning trees, shrubs and plants.

Skills

Ability to handle heavy loads

Physically demanding work

Attention to detail

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Gloves

Job description

Posted on September 23, 2025 by Lakeshore Tree Farms Ltd.

Job details

• Salary 15.35 hourly / 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment Seasonal employment Full time
• Day
• Source Job Bank #3408456

Responsibilities

• Budding trees
• Clean the crops
• Deleaf agricultural crops to accelerate ripening
• Greenhouse cleaning
• Guide growing shoots into optimal development positions
• Seed cutting
• Tie and secure plants
• Weeding
• Spray or dust plants with insecticides and fungicides
• Assist in pruning trees, shrubs and plants
• Mix and prepare soils
• Pot and re-pot plants
• Transplant seedlings or rooted cuttings
• Apply fertilizers
• Report signs of insect or disease damage
• Assist in grafting activities
• Dig up wrapping rootballs of trees and shrubs
• Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens
• Clean work area

Work setting

• Rural area

Product or plant types

• Coniferous trees
• Deciduous trees
• Native plants
• Perennials
• Berry bushes
• Ornamental trees, shrubs and hedges
• Seasonal plants

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Gloves

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2025-10-07