PRT is Looking for Grower 2 Full Time

Love what you do:

PRT operates a diverse network of 19 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 335 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.

Position Summary:

The Grower 2 will be responsible for the following:

• to assist with the production of quality forest seedling crops by applying effective forest nursery practices and principles;
• to operationally assist, co-ordinate and train forest nursery workers in required nursery work activities;
• to keep neat and accurate records including computerized record keeping systems;
• to operate computerized and other control systems;
• to maintain, repair and upgrade nursery facilities and ensure proper maintenance of equipment in use;
• follow a company directed IPM program, applying pesticides as needed;
• weekend work and shift work will be required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

The minimum qualifications for the position will be the successful completion of two certificates in horticulture. Applicants must hold a BC driver’s license, and be capable of obtaining a pesticide applicator certificate. Applicants must also be able to operate greenhouse equipment and climate control systems, to coordinate and supervise operational tasks, to work with minimal direct supervision, and to provide basic maintenance of facilities and equipment. Candidates may be required to pass written and practical tests to demonstrate that they have the required qualifications, skill, experience, ability, competence and efficiency for this position.

Additional Information

Compensation, Benefits & Workplace Culture:

• Competitive annual salary matching your level of experience and ability; $26.22/ hour
• Bonus incentive program
• Matching RRSP program
• Comprehensive benefits package inclusive of extended health and dental
• Relocation allowance, if applicable
• Flexible start date – position is currently vacant, looking to hire ASAP
• Our PRT nurseries are vibrant and fun communities with a strong supportive team structure and employees who share a strong passion for the “green” nature of our business and doing their part in regenerating the forests of North America.

Location:

Prince George is a city in British Columbia, Canada, on the Fraser and Nechako Rivers. From fishing to mountain-biking to everything else imaginable, find more to explore than you can possibly take in. Where winter meets wonderland, this time of year snowshoe your way through towering forests, enjoy a hot beverage while exploring downtown, or chase the thrill at one of the ski hills.

How to Apply:

Please apply through the Career Page of our website at Grow Your Career | PRT Growing Services Ltd. Applications will be accepted until February 6, 2023. Please check out our Career video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AsvfZdw_9m0

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

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― Theodore Roosevelt

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