PRT
Grower 2
Telkwa, BC, Canada · Full-time
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 13 days ago
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About the role
- The person in the Grower position will work alongside other nursery workers under the supervision of Grower 1.
Responsibilities
- Are looking to build something long-term, not pass through.
- We believe that diversity of thought helps us drive innovation, make better decisions, achieve effective stewardship of our business and enable our people to thrive.
Requirements
- Regular work hours are 40 hours per week with varying shift times by grow season, weekend work and shift work are required.
- Exposure to hazardous materials (pesticides and fertilizers), loud noises and temperatures extremes may be required.
- Experience in nursery or propagation environments
- Familiarity with irrigation systems and crop monitoring
- Knowledge of greenhouse equipment and climate control systems
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to work independently
Skills
- Pesticide Applicator Certificate
- A degree in horticulture-related field or forest seedling nursery work experience
- Bilingual (English/French)
- Greenhouse monitoring software and hardware experience, preferably Argus
- Strong and professional communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
- Great organizational and record keeping skills
Compensation
- Compensation and
- Competitive base salary & benefits (salary is based on experience)
- Earn a competitive annual salary with opportunities to build your financial future with our matching 401K.
Benefits
- Take care of yourself and your family with our extended health, vision, and dental coverage, along with paid vacation and holidays.
- Salary information: Competitive base salary & benefits (salary is based on experience)
- $22.40/hr - $28.02 /hr + Performance Bonus (rate based on experience and preferred qualifications)
- We encourage you to connect with us at human.resources@prt.com for more information about our accessible workplace, including disability accommodation for the recruitment process and beyond.
Company info
- From a humble beginning in 1988 with six nurseries, PRT has grown into North America's largest grower of forest seedlings, having grown over 6 billion trees.
- With 27 Nurseries & 14 Seed Orchards across the US and Canada, we annually cultivate over 630 million high-quality seedlings, playing a vital role in reforestation and sustainable forestry.
- We're driven by a passion for environmental stewardship and a commitment to nurturing relationships, driving excellence, and fostering a people-first mindset, all to make a difference for a greener future.
- Here's what you can expect when you join PRT
- Competitive Compensation & Financial Growth: Earn a competitive annual salary with opportunities to build your financial future with our matching 401K.
- Comprehensive Health & Wellness: Take care of yourself and your family with our extended health, vision, and dental coverage, along with paid vacation and holidays.
- Career Development & Learning: Grow your skills and advance your career with personalized guidance and a learning-focused culture that prioritizes continuous development.
- Stable, Inclusive & Collaborative Environment: Join a year-round stable company where your voice matters in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Make a Difference for the Planet: Contribute to environmental sustainability and a passion for nature solutions
- A Day in the Life:
- PRT is currently recruiting for a full time Grower 2 to assist with the many different aspects of nursery responsibilities at PRT Summit in Telkwa, BC, Canada.
- The person in the Grower position assists with the production of quality forest seedling crops by applying effective forest nursery practices and principles.
- Candidates should have a desire and keenness to learn about the nursery activities, work independently and efficiently.
- We've found the people who thrive here are those who:
- Value lifestyle as much as career.
- Enjoy working close to nature.
- A grower who enjoys hunting, fishing, and living surrounded by forests.
- If this resonates, we'd love to connect.
- Key accountabilities of the Grower 2 are:
- Implementing water, fertilization and greenhouse cultural programs as indicated on Crop Prescriptions.
- Operating the Argus Environmental Control System for irrigation, climate, and alarm programs.
- Monitoring the growth of seedlings through morphological measurements and tissue nutrient analyses.
- Making insect and disease inspections and implementing methods of control.
- Keeping neat and accurate records including computerized record keeping systems.
- Inspecting, repairing, and replacement the Argus monitoring equipment and software as needed.
- Supervising and training seasonal irrigation employees.
- Training nursery workers on safe and efficient work practices in weeding, quality control, and cultural practices.
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