Nursery Workers

Blue Grass Ltd.; CrossIron; Presencial; CAD 29.000 - 34.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive hourly wage

Year-round work

On-the-job training

Growth opportunities

Extended medical and dental after 1 yr

Descripción de la vacante

Blue Grass Ltd. in Alberta is seeking reliable nursery workers for permanent full-time roles at the Rocky View County site. You will plant, transplant, prune, and move trees and nursery stock, with 40 hours per week and a standard probationary period.

The position requires at least one year of nursery or related experience, the ability to work in all weather conditions, and good English communication. A competitive $23/hour wage is offered with on-the-job training and growth opportunities.

Formación

• Minimum 1 year of nursery, landscaping, greenhouse, or tree care experience is required.
• Strong ability to recognize plant stress, infection, disease symptoms, and pruning needs.
• Physically fit and comfortable working in all weather conditions and lifting heavy materials.
• Good English communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsabilidades

• Plant, transplant, and move large trees and nursery stock safely and efficiently.
• Prune trees and shrubs to promote healthy structure and marketable form.
• Inspect plants for signs of infection, pest damage, nutrient issues, and other health concerns.
• Operate and assist with nursery equipment, tools, and hand labour indoors and outdoors.
• Water, fertilize, stake, and maintain plant material according to seasonal requirements.
• Record plant condition, pruning work, and treatment activities as directed by supervisors.
• Follow safe lifting, rigging, and worksite safety practices when handling heavy stock and materials.
• Work with team members to prepare orders, load materials, and keep production areas organized.
• Other duties as required.

Conocimientos

Nursery experience

Plant health diagnosis

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Hand tools & pruning

Herramientas

Hand tools

Pruning equipment

Nursery machinery

Descripción del empleo

Business Address: 260130B Writing Creek Crescent, Rocky View County, AB, T4A 0M9

No# of Positions: 4

Terms of Employment: Permanent full-time employment, year-round work, 40 hours per week, with indoor and outdoor duties and a standard probationary period.

Wage: $23/hour

Benefits Package (if applicable): Competitive hourly wage, year-round steady work, and a safe team environment with on-the-job training and growth opportunities. Extended Medical and Dental available after 1 year of employment.

Location of work: 260130B Writing Creek Crescent, Rocky View County, AB, T4A 0M9

Job Duties

• Plant, transplant, and move large trees and nursery stock safely and efficiently.
• Prune trees and shrubs to support healthy structure, strong growth, and the best marketable form.
• Inspect plants for signs of infection, pest damage, nutrient issues, and other health concerns.
• Operate and assist with nursery equipment, tools, and hand labour both indoors and outdoors.
• Water, fertilize, stake, and maintain plant material according to seasonal requirements.
• Record plant condition, pruning work, and treatment activities as directed by supervisors.
• Follow safe lifting, rigging, and worksite safety practices when handling heavy stock and materials.
• Work with team members to prepare orders, load materials, and keep production areas organized.
• Other duties as required.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of nursery, landscaping, greenhouse, or tree care experience is required.
• Strong ability to recognize plant stress, infection, disease symptoms, and pruning needs.
• Physically fit and comfortable working in all weather conditions and lifting heavy materials.
• Work well as a team and able to transfer skills to other team members.
• Experience handling hand tools, pruning equipment, and basic nursery machinery.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to follow instructions while working independently or with a team.
• Pesticide applicant licence is an asset but will be required to obtain if hired.
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable transportation to the Rocky View County worksite are an asset.
• Good English communication skills and willingness to learn company procedures and safety practices.

In person

260130B Writing Creek Crescent

Rocky View County, AB

T4A 0M9

Between 09:00 AM and 04:00 PM