Nursery Farm Labourer

6 months ago

Saanichton, Canada Kimoff Wholesale Nursery Full time

About us:
We are a family-owned, wholesale nursery in Central Saanich that specializes in larger, field-grown plant material. We have been in business for 40 years and sell mainly to landscapers in the area.

Job description:
We are looking for a reliable, motivated, and physically fit individual with a positive attitude and a strong back. Good english communication skills are necessary. Horticultural experience is not required as we can train. A good work ethic and willingness to learn is essential.

Reliable transportation to our nursery is required as we are not on a bus route.

Duties include:

- lifting and moving heavy plant material, up to 50 lbs. or more
- digging plants and tying burlap
- general nursery duties
- cleanup, mulching, root pruning, etc.
- preparing orders for pick up
- driving a tractor to move plants
- assist in loading orders
- repetitive bending and lifting involved

We can train in the safe use of tractors, skidsteers, and other motorized vehicles.

Experience in use of leaf blowers, rototillers, and other small equipment is an advantage but we can train this also.

Rain gear, work gloves and steel-toed boots are required.

Hours are fulltime, 8 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday. There is no weekend work.

Our season runs from early February until late November/early December, each year. Work takes place in all weather conditions.

Wage is based on capabilities and experience, but starts at $20 per hour plus 4% vacation pay.

Benefits after a 3 month probationary trial period, and year-end bonus for long term employees.

Work references required.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Seasonal

**Salary**: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Ability to Commute:

- Saanichton, BC V8M 1W6 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Saanichton, BC V8M 1W6: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

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