nursery labourer

Overview

LanguagesEnglishEducation No degree, certificate or diploma Experience1 year to less than 2 yearsOn siteWork must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment Outdoors Wet/damp Hot Work setting Rural area

Responsibilities

• Tasks Clear and collect brush and debris from fields and other work areas
• Weeding
• Assist in pruning trees, shrubs and plants
• Mix and prepare soils
• Plant bulbs and seeds
• Pot and re-pot plants
• Transplant seedlings or rooted cuttings
• Report signs of insect or disease damage
• Dig up wrapping rootballs of trees and shrubs
• Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens
• Clean work area Experience and specialization
• Type of product Coniferous trees
• Deciduous trees
• Native plants

Additional information

Transportation/travel information Public transportation is not available Work conditions and physical capabilities Fast-paced environment Repetitive tasks Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Standing for extended periods Bending, crouching, kneeling Attention to detail Hand-eye co-ordination Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Own tools/equipment Steel-toed safety boots Personal suitability Reliability Team player

Benefits

Health benefits Dental plan Health care plan Vision care benefits Financial benefits Bonus Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)