Forest Nursery Laborer

Washington State Department of Natural Resources; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Latino Outdoors is seeking a Forest Nursery Laborer for a full-time, non-permanent position based in Olympia, Washington. Anticipated start December 2026 through March 2027, with a monthly salary ranging from $3,195 to $4,201.

You will perform quality assurance during packing, lift 30–50 lb bags, and use standard hand tools and pallet jacks. Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential as you contribute to a diverse, equitable, and environmentally just workplace.

Qualifications

• Must be able to understand, respond to, and communicate in English.
• Basic math skills required for daily tasks.
• Experience using standard hand tools to conduct repairs (e.g., hammer, nails, crowbar).

Responsibilities

• Quality assurance during packing.
• Lift and move 30-50 lb bags and boxes.
• Properly utilize hand tools and pallet jacks.
• Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality.

Skills

English communication

Basic math

Hand tools usage

Tools

Hammer

Nails

Crowbar

Job description

Forest Nursery Laborer

Full-time, Non-Permanent, Represented position (WPEA)

Anticipated employment is December 2026 – March 2027

Salary: $3,195.00 – $4,201.00 Monthly

Responsibilities

• Quality assurance during packing
• Lifting and moving 30- 50 lb. bags and boxes
• Properly utilizing hand tools and pallet jacks
• Reliability in attendance and punctuality

Required Qualifications

You must meet all the Required Qualifications and Competencies to be considered for this position. There are multiple pathways to meet qualifications, such as education, volunteer work, life skills, and experience. Please clearly communicate in your application material that your skills align with the position and qualifications.

• Ability to consistently understand, respond to, and communicate in English.
• Basic math skills.
• Experience using standard hand tools to conduct repairs (examples: hammer, nails, crowbar, etc.).

Required Competencies

• Reliable and punctual work attendance.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.