Contract Tree Planter

**The Contract Tree Planter is responsible for performing a variety of work tasks consisting of primarily physical labour to assist the Crew Lead in completing large scale planting (trees and shrubs), ecological restoration and habitat creation projects.**

**Minimum Requirements & Work Conditions**:
**Ability to report directly to job sites in various locations, and/or carpool from our shop located in Ayr, Ontario**

**Come prepared for work each day: appropriate safety and workwear (ie. steel toed work boots/shoes, hi-visibility uniform, hard hat, rain gear, sun protection), and sufficient food and water for the workday**

**Learn and practice using the required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner**

**Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)**

**Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team**

**Ability to work with hand tools and materials**

**Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly through an entire work shift**

**Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with varied work hours (approximately 10 hours per day) and occasional weekend work**

**Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis**

**Work outdoors in various conditions including heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise, and cold**

**Job Types**: Fixed term contract, Seasonal
Contract length: 10 months

**Salary**: $17.50-$20.00 per hour

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location