Seasonal Nursery Worker

Tolko-Industries-Lt; Armstrong; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Tolko-Industries-Lt in Armstrong, BC is hiring Seasonal Nursery Workers for an October–December term. You will plant, grow and harvest seedlings, supporting reforestation efforts while learning on-the-job skills in a fast-paced environment.

No experience required. Reliable transportation and ability to work 10-hour shifts Mon-Thu are important. Training provided; wage $18.25 per hour plus 4% holiday pay, with a chance at a seasonal lift bonus.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation to work.
• Commitment to working safely.
• Able to stand for long periods.
• Able to work in varying weather conditions.
• Able to work Monday to Thursday for a 10-hour shift.
• No experience required. All training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Work on a fast-paced conveyor line to process seedlings.
• Grade, wrap and package tree seedlings.
• Assemble boxes for shipment.
• Wash blocks.
• Load and unload lift lines.
• Transport stock to and from the greenhouse.
• Work a safe, timely, cost effective and professional manner.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Safety conscious

Stand for long periods

Weather resilient

Flexible schedule

No experience required

Job description

Eagle Rock Nursery
Armstrong, BC V0E1B6, CAN

Description

Seasonal Nursery Workers

Temporary position - October to December
Armstrong, British Columbia

OurSeasonal Nursery Workersplay an important role in renewing our forests and keeping our communities and business alive! Theyplant, grow and harvest seedlingsat different time through the year to support reforestation activities. If you're looking for atemporary positionto earn some extra income, read on to learn more!
We're looking forSeasonal Nursery Workersto join our Eagle Rock Divisionfor our fall seedling harvest which runsfrom October to mid/end December. Located mid-waybetween Vernon and Armstrong BC, Eagle Rock Nursery grows seedlings as part of their commitment tosustainable reforestationin British Columbia. We are proud to plant, grow and harvest our own seedlings to maintain healthy ecosystems and provide future generations with the opportunity to enjoy BC’s magnificent forests.
Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• Reliable transportationto work.
• Commitment to working safely.
• Able tostand for long periods.
• Able to work invarying weather conditions.
• Able to work Monday to Thursday for a 10-hour shift.
• No experience required. All training will be provided.

In this role you will:

• Work on a fast-paced conveyorlineto process seedlings.
• Grade, wrap and packagetree seedlings.
• Assemble boxesfor shipment.
• Wash blocks.
• Load and unloadlift lines.
• Transport stockto and from the greenhouse.
• Work a safe, timely, cost effective and professional manner.

So what's in it for you?

• You’ll take on anexciting new challengewithsupportive team members.
• You’ll earn an hourly wage of $18.25 hour plus 4% holiday pay.
• You'll have an opportunity to earn an individual seasonal lift bonus.
• You’ll be supported incontinueddevelopment through on-the-job and training.
• You’ll be part of apositive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.

The North Okanagan Valley includes the communities of Vernon, Armstrong, Lavington, Lumby and Lake Country, British Columbia. Surrounded by lakes, these communities provide family-friendly living with lots of amenities, and beautiful weather. Visit one of our local wineries or fine dining restaurants, go boating, hiking, biking, skiing, catch a round of golf, or visit a local market to pick up fresh fruit and produce… whatever your pleasure, you’ll find it here. Watch this video to learn about the region and find out why life is better here.
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