Forest Nursery Worker

Company Description

PRT operates a diverse network of nurseries in Canada and the United States enabling us to grow a wide variety of high-quality container forest seedlings for all climatic and site conditions. Annual production of 340 million seedlings makes PRT the largest producer of containerized forest seedlings in North America. We produce trees for customers from British Columbia to Ontario and Michigan to Alabama to Oregon.

**Job Description**:
**Looking for work that provides value and impact for yourself and the environment?**

**Growing over 5 billion trees to date, PRT is a pioneer in the commercial scale containerized growing of over 200 tree species to help regenerate future forests across Canada and the United States.**

**Be part of a team that grows trees which are key in reducing air pollution and contribute to the mitigation of climate-change.**

PRT is currently recruiting seasonal **Nursery Workers** to assist with seedling thinning and other nursery work. This engaging, high paced, physical position offers a safe work environment and an opportunity for a career that will make a positive change in the world.

**What a position with PRT offers**:

- Our PRT nurseries are vibrant and fun communities with employees who share a strong passion for the “green” nature of our business and doing their part in regenerating the forests of North America
- We provide a supportive team structured environment with a strong safety culture
- Hourly rates start at $17.77/hr for the training period, **compensation then transfers to piece work with** **greater earning potential. **_Earning potential of $22.00 an hour or greater once training is complete_
- Work is available early now to late June with an opportunity to join other projects
- No experience required; full training provided

**Qualifications**:
**What you need for a position with PRT**:

- Energetic with attention to detail
- Positive attitude and a team player
- Work is meticulous and requires good eyesight and manual dexterity
- You will stand for lengthy periods of time, walking, repetitive lifting, (light to medium weight objects), and perform repetitive movements
- Mostly indoor greenhouse work
- Appropriate attire required
- Reliable transportation is essential

Additional Information
**How to Apply**:
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