Grower 2

WHO WE ARE:

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 for bonus or short-term incentives and build your financial future with our matching RRSP program.
• 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 A LIFE:

PRT is currently recruiting for a full time Grower 2 position to assist with the many different aspects of nursery responsibilities at PRT Hybrid in Pitt Meadows, BC. The person in the Grower 2 position assists with the production of quality forest seedling crops by applying effective forest nursery practices and principles.  This position provides an opportunity to operationally assist, co-ordinate and train forest nursery workers in required nursery work activities.  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. Candidates should have a desire and keenness to learn about the seed orchard activities, work independently and efficiently. Regular work hours are 40 hours per week with varying shift times by grow season, weekend work and shift work are required. Successful applicants will be required to complete in house online training and obtain a pesticide applicator certificate. Candidates may be interviewed and tested to assess their skill, ability, competence, and efficiency for this position.

Key accountabilities of the Grower 2 are:

• Assist with the nursery's cultural program by:
  • Monitoring sowing practices
  • Implementing water, fertilization and greenhouse cultural program
  • Making insect and disease inspections and implementing methods of control
  • Monitoring the growth of seedlings
  • Monitoring stock in cold storage
• Assist with crop inventories
• Keep neat and accurate records including computerized record keeping systems
• Operate computerized and other control systems
• Assist with nursery research trials
• Follow a company directed Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program for pesticide application
• Promote collaboration and teamwork at all levels
• Set targets (i.e., production, timelines) and evaluate achievement

Career video for a (Grower) profile can be seen here

ABOUT THE TEAM:

The person filling the Grower 2 position will work alongside other nursery workers under the supervision of the Nursery Lead and report to the Nursery Manager.  This position is situated in the breathtaking Pacific Northwest. This beautiful location offers activities and magnificent scenery all year long

ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU:

Required/ Minimum Qualifications & Skills:

• Diploma in Horticulture, forestry, or related field
• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation
• Knowledge of greenhouse equipment and climate control systems
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently
• Strong and professional communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• Great organizational and record keeping skills
• Ability to provide basic maintenance of facilities and equipment

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• Pesticide Applicator Certificate
• Relevant forest seedling nursery experience

WHAT WE OFFER:

Salary information: $27.82/hr (rate based on experience and preferred qualifications)

Next Steps:

Ready to grow your career with PRT?

To apply please send your resume directly to us through our career portal at; Grow Your Career | PRT Growing Services Ltd.

We embrace openness and different perspectives to challenge conventional approaches and continuously improve our company's performance and progress. 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.

We encourage you to connect with us at [email protected] for more information about our accessible workplace, including disability accommodation for the recruitment process and beyond.

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Thank you for applying; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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