greenhouse worker

Education:

No degree, certificate or diploma.

Work site environment:

• Outdoors.
• At heights.
• Wet/damp.
• Odours.
• Hot.
• Cold/refrigerated.
• Non-smoking.

Tasks:

• Greenhouse cleaning.
• Harvest seedlings.
• Weeding.
• Plant bulbs and seeds.
• Transplant seedlings or rooted cuttings.
• Clean work area.

Transportation/travel information:

Own transportation.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Fast-paced environment.
• Repetitive tasks.
• Handling heavy loads.
• Physically demanding.
• Standing for extended periods.
• Bending, crouching, kneeling.
• Attention to detail.
• Hand-eye co-ordination.

Weight handling:

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Own tools/equipment:

Steel-toed safety boots.

Personal suitability:

• Client focus.
• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Reliability.
• Team player.

Government programs:

Recognized employer.

Experience:

No experience (will train).

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Disability benefits.
• Health care plan.
• Vision care benefits.

Financial benefits:

• Bonus.
• Group insurance benefits.
• Piece work.