Forest Nursery Specialist: Greenhouse & Field Ops

Silvaseed Company; Roy (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Silvaseed Company in Washington state seeks a Nursery Specialist to produce quality forest seedling crops and follow nursery practices under the guidance of the crew lead. You will work to maintain greenhouse crops and facilities while coordinating with permanent staff and applying standard procedures.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and safety-first mindset, with responsibilities including fertilizer mixing, pest scouting, and record-keeping.

Qualifications

• 3+ years relevant work experience (or AS/BS degree) in forestry/agriculture/horticulture.
• Strong teamwork, communication, reliability, and conflict management.

Responsibilities

• Produce quality forest seedling crops using nursery practices.
• Collaborate with crew lead and other staff to maintain greenhouse crops.
• Mix fertilizers and monitor irrigation and EC readings; record block weights.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with packing and lifting.
• Operate forklifts safely and work at heights as needed.
• Complete pesticide applicator training within 30 days if required.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Conflict management

Safety-first

Education

AS/BS degree in forestry/agriculture/horticulture

Job description

Silvaseed Company in Washington state seeks a Nursery Specialist to produce quality forest seedling crops and follow nursery practices under the guidance of the crew lead. You will work to maintain greenhouse crops and facilities while coordinating with permanent staff and applying standard procedures.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and safety-first mindset, with responsibilities including fertilizer mixing, pest scouting, and record-keeping.