Nursery Worker (Forest Seedlings Thinning)

PRT Growing Services Ltd.; Tappen; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to nurturing the environment and fostering professional growth. As a Nursery Worker, you'll play a vital role in the thinning project, ensuring the health of seedlings and contributing to sustainable forestry practices. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to start their careers in a supportive and collaborative environment. With training provided and a focus on teamwork, you can thrive in this entry-level position while making a positive impact on our planet. Embrace the chance to grow with us and be part of a passionate team committed to environmental stewardship.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Commitment to environmental sustainability

Opportunities for career growth

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• No experience required, training provided.
• Must be team-oriented with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Thinning tree seedlings and filling empty spaces in the greenhouse.
• Performing repetitive tasks and maintaining quality standards.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Good manual dexterity

Team-oriented personality

Attention to detail

Ability to stand for long periods

Job description

Nursery Worker (Forest Seedlings Thinning)

Nursery Worker (Forest Seedlings Thinning)

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WHO WE ARE

Did you know that over 6 billion trees started their lives as PRT seedlings?

Company Description

WHO WE ARE

Did you know that over 6 billion trees started their lives as PRT seedlings?

From our roots in 1988, when a group of dedicated employees banded together to purchase six seedling nurseries, PRT has grown into North America's largest forest seedling provider.

Today, with 28 sites across the US and Canada, including 14 seed orchards, we grow over 630 million high-quality seedlings annually. We're proud to play a vital role in supporting reforestation and sustainable forestry practices across the continent.

We're a company driven by shared success and a passion for environmental stewardship. We provide the foundation for healthier forests and a greener future.

We would love for you to be a part of what we’re growing!

What We Value

• Nurturing Relationships: We believe in building strong, authentic connections with our customers, our colleagues, and our communities.
• Driving Excellence: We're committed to delivering exceptional results and exceeding expectations in all that we do.
• People-First Mindset: We prioritize the well-being and development of our employees, fostering a culture of respect, support, and collaboration.
• Making a Difference: We're passionate about contributing to a healthier planet and creating a lasting legacy for generations to come.
  
  

Job Description

Our Nursery is located in Tappen and we are hiring multiple people for seasonal work immediately. The project will continue on until the end of June. The right candidates will be offered ongoing opportunities for employment as they arise.

The thinning project involves removing extra tree seedlings and using them to fill empty spaces in the greenhouse.

No Experience Required, Training Provided

$17.66/hr to start, piece rates available proficient thinners regularly earn $19 - $20/hr

Qualifications

If you are interested, please come to 935 Platt Road Tappen BC and check out what we are doing. Monday to Friday 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm, ask for Jesse. Resumes submitted to this job ad will not be responded to!

Required/Minimum Qualifications & Skills

• Reliable transportation
• Appropriate work attire
• Good manual dexterity and eyesight
• Team-oriented personality with a positive attitude
• Attention to detail and a focus on quality
• People with a bit of edge for competition and achieving personal best results do well at this job
• Ability to stand for lengthy periods of time and perform repetitive tasks
  
  

We look forward to meeting you.

Additional Information

TOTAL REWARDS AT PRT:

Grow Your Career, Cultivate Your Potential. At PRT, we believe in nurturing talent as carefully as we nurture our forests. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package is designed to help you thrive professionally and personally.

Unique ‘Green’ Cultural Advantages

• Collaborative, inclusive work environment
• Passion for nature solutions and the earth
• Every voice matters
• Year-round stability and growth
• Strong commitment to environmental sustainability
• Passionate team dedicated to stewardship of North American forests
  
  

Join PRT and be part of a mission-driven organization where your professional growth is as important as the forests we help to grow. Here, you're not just an employee – you're a vital part of our ecosystem of innovation and environmental stewardship.

We embrace openness and diversity of thought for innovation and growth. We seek different perspectives to challenge conventional approaches and continuously improve our company’s performance and progress. We believe that openness and diversity of thought help us drive innovation, make better decisions, achieve effective stewardship of our business and enable our people to thrive. We encourage you to connect with us at [e-mail] for more information about our accessible workplace, including disability accommodation for the recruitment process and beyond.

Ready to grow your career with PRT?

Apply now through our career portal: Grow Your Career | PRT Growing Services Ltd.

Still want to learn more?

Follow us on Instagram: @TrustedToGrow, @IFCOSeedlings or

Facebook: @PRTGrowingServices

LinkedIn: @PRTGrowingServices, @IFCOSeedlings

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

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• Industries

  Paper & Forest Products

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