grower, plants - nursery

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. or equivalent experience.

Work site environment:

Floriculture production.

Work setting:

Relocation costs not covered by employer.

Tasks:

• Mixing fertilizer.
• Weeding.
• Control reported insect, disease and weed problems.
• Establish and maintain required environment.
• Establish work schedules.
• Supervise staff in planting, transplanting, feeding and spraying.

Supervision:

5-10 people.

Type of product:

Perennials. Bedding plants.

Specialization or experience:

Green economy sector.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Attention to detail.
• Fast-paced environment.
• Physically demanding.
• Work under pressure.

Personal suitability:

• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Flexibility.
• Initiative.
• Organized.
• Team player.

Screening questions:

1. Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
2. Do you have experience working in this field?.
3. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.
4. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.

Government programs:

Recognized employer.

Experience:

5 years or more.

Employment terms options:

To be determined. Day. Weekend. Overtime required.

Green job:

Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes.

Financial benefits:

Bonus.