Tree Seedling Production Worker

PRT

  • Big River, SK
  • $15.50-20.00 per hour
  • Contract
  • Part-time
  • 14 days ago
  • Apply easily
Company DescriptionWho are we:At PRT, we believe in being the stewards of growth and renewal for generations to come. Our Mission is to provide the most trusted growing services, best suited to the needs of our customers, and we achieve that by putting our customers first while always respecting our employees. PRT is the largest commercial-scale growing provider in North America for a wide range of high-quality forestry seedling species. PRT has the capacity to grow and sell more than 630 million seedlings annually, at its 28 nursery locations across Canada & USA and we owe our success to our employees. By joining PRT you will become part of a team of people that grows trees for our future forests!Job DescriptionA Day in the Life:PRT is currently recruiting a part time seasonal Forest Tree Seedling Production Worker to assist with the many different aspects of nursery responsibilities. As an integral member of the nursery team, the Tree Seedling Production Worker carries out activities related to the receiving and unloading of forest seedling boxes from transport trucks into and out of the cold storage. 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 forest seedling nursery activities, work independently and efficiently. No experience required; full training provided.Key accountabilities of the Tree Seedling Production Worker
  • Shipping and Receiving
  • Transportation of seedling boxes from transport trucks on to storage pallets for transfer into cold storage
  • Record and inventory keeping
  • Continuous focus on safety, injury prevention, and customer service in all aspects of work
About the team:The Tree Seedling Production Worker will work alongside nursery workers under the supervision of the Nursery Lead and report to the Nursery Manager.QualificationsEnough about us, let’s talk about you:Required/Minimum Qualifications & Skills:
  • Reliable transportation
  • Appropriate work attire
  • Good manual dexterity and eyesight
  • Team-oriented personality with a positive attitude
  • Ability to stand for lengthy periods of time and perform repetitive tasks
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 25lbs
  • Good communication and problem-solving skills
  • Commitment to quality and safety
Desired Qualifications & Skills:
  • Forklift certification and experience
Additional InformationCompensation and Benefits:At PRT, we believe in unconditional success through people. We strive to be the place where people can sow their career and grow with us. Other components of our total rewards offering include:
  • Competitive hourly wage; $15.50 - $20.00 per hour based on your skills and experience.
  • Work is available now with an opportunity to join other projects.
  • A supportive team structured environment, a strong safety culture, and a commitment to the environment.
  • Room to grow - Learning and growing is built into every role here. At PRT, you’ll get mentorship and acknowledgment for helping our business grow.
  • Work-Life Balance
  • Collaboration and teamwork - Innovation doesn’t know hierarchy. We make sure everyone is heard, considered, and respected.
  • Green Culture - Our PRT nurseries and seed orchards are vibrant and fun communities with employees who share a strong passion for the nature solutions we provide to our earth and doing their part in regenerating the forests of North America.
Next Steps:We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We promote equality of opportunity and seek different perspectives to challenge conventional approaches and continuously improve our company’s performance and progress. We believe that diversity and inclusion help 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 if you require an accommodation for the recruitment process.To apply please send your resume directly to us through our career portal at;Still want to learn more? Check us out on Social:Follow us on Instagram: @TrustedToGrow, @IFCOSeedlings orFacebook: @PRTGrowingServicesLinkedIn: @PRTGrowingServices, @IFCOSeedlingsThank you for applying; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.#trustedtogrow

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