greenhouse labourer
Education:
No degree, certificate or diploma.
Work site environment:
- Floriculture production.
- Wet/damp.
- Hot.
- Non-smoking.
- Work setting: Various locations.
- Staff accommodation provided.
Tasks:
- Clean the crops.
- Greenhouse cleaning.
- Mixing fertilizer.
- Operate climate controls.
- Tie and secure plants.
- Weeding.
- Assist in pruning trees, shrubs and plants.
- Mix and prepare soils.
- Plant bulbs and seeds.
- Pot and re-pot plants.
- Transplant seedlings or rooted cuttings.
- Apply fertilizers.
- Report signs of insect or disease damage.
- Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens.
- Clean work area.
Type of product:
- Native plants.
- Perennials.
- Bedding plants.
- Seasonal plants.
- Vegetables.
Equipment and machinery experience:
- Chain saw.
- Forklift.
- Garden tractors.
- Irrigation pumps and equipment.
- Light trucks.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
- Repetitive tasks.
- Handling heavy loads.
- Standing for extended periods.
- Bending, crouching, kneeling.
- Attention to detail.
- Walking.
Weight handling:
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
Own tools/equipment:
Steel-toed safety boots.
Personal suitability:
- Efficient interpersonal skills.
- Reliability.
- Team player.
Screening questions:
- Do you have experience working in this field?.
- Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.
Employment terms options:
- Early morning.
- Evening.
Experience:
1 year to less than 2 years.
Employment terms options:
- Morning.
- Day.
- Weekend.
Other benefits:
- Free parking available.
- Learning/training paid by employer.
- On-site housing options.
- Team building opportunities.
- Parking available.