Seasonal Nursery Workers

Opportunity Type
Job Opportunity
Organization Website
Seasonal Nursery Workers
Deadline to Apply
Number of Employees
1000+
Job Discipline
Resource Management
Region
Thompson-Okanagan
Location
POINT (-119.196994 50.447698)
Type of Employment
Seasonal
If fixed term contract or seasonal, what is the duration of the contract?
1-3 months
Will this position be hourly or salaried?
Hourly
If hourly, what is the hourly rate?
$17.40

Seasonal Nursery Workers

Temporary position - October to December

Our Seasonal Nursery Workers play an important role in renewing our forests and keeping our communities and business alive! They plant, grow and harvest seedlings at different time through the year to support reforestation activities. If you're looking for a temporary position to earn some extra income, read on to learn more!

We're looking for Seasonal Nursery Workers to join our Eagle Rock Division for our fall seedling harvest which runs from October to mid/end December. Located mid-way between Vernon and Armstrong BC, Eagle Rock Nursery grows seedlings as part of their commitment to sustainable reforestation in British Columbia. We are proud to plant, grow and harvest our own seedlings to maintain healthy ecosystems and provide future generations with the opportunity to enjoy BC’s magnificent forests.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

  • Reliable transportation to work.
  • Commitment to working safely.
  • Able to stand for long periods.
  • Able to work in varying weather conditions.
  • Able to work Monday to Thursday for a 10-hour shift.
  • Available October until mid/late December.
  • No experience required. All training will be provided.


In this role you will:

  • Work on a fast-paced conveyor line to process seedlings.
  • Grade, wrap and package tree seedlings.
  • Assemble boxes for shipment.
  • Wash blocks.
  • Load and unload lift lines.
  • Transport stock to and from the greenhouse.
  • Work a safe, timely, cost effective and professional manner.


So what's in it for you?

  • You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members. 
  • You’ll earn an hourly wage of $17.40 hour plus 4% holiday pay.
  • You'll have an opportunity to earn an individual productivity bonus which averages an additional $1.50 - $5.00 per hour.
  • You’ll be supported in continued development through on-the-job and training.
  • You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment. 


We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here! Apply today at www.tolko.com/careers.    

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