Nursery labourer

Holden Lake Farm based in Nanaimo, BC is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Nursery labourer. Holden Lake Farm is a family-operated agricultural enterprise specializing in the cultivation of high-quality crops and the raising of livestock. The farm focuses on sustainable farming practices, offering a variety of fresh produce and farm-raised meats. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible. The position of Nursery labourer is approved by LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment)

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Job Description:

Employer Name: Holden Lake Farm
Position: Nursery labourer
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $18.00 hourly for 30 hours per week
Employment Type: Permanent employment Full time
Location: Nanaimo, BC
Shifts: Day, Morning
Transportation/travel information: Travel expenses paid by employer
Type of crops: Bell peppers, cabbage, cauliflowers, cucumbers, garlic, greenhouse vegetables, herbs, melons, tomatoes, and zucchinis
Type of product: Coniferous trees, perennials, bedding plants, berry bushes, bonsai plants, cut flowers, fruit trees, seasonal plants, and vegetables

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualification such as degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience, training will be provided
Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots and Gloves

Physical Requirements:

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should be able to focus on clients, show efficient interpersonal skills, demonstrate reliability, and work as a team player

Candidate Status:

• Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
• Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada
• If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to clean the crops, perform greenhouse cleaning, and harvest seedlings; mix fertilizer, operate climate controls, and remove suckers and water sprouts manually; cut seeds, tie and secure plants, and weed
• The candidates should be able to spray or dust plants with insecticides and fungicides, assist in pruning trees, shrubs, and plants, and mix and prepare soils; plant bulbs and seeds, pot and re-pot plants, and transplant seedlings or rooted cuttings
• The candidates should be able to apply fertilizers, report signs of insect or disease damage, and assist in grafting activities; dig up and wrap root balls of trees and shrubs, water and tend to plants, lawns, and gardens, and clean the work area
• The candidates should be able to clear and collect brush and debris from fields, pens, and other work areas

Benefits:

• The candidates will get dental plan, disability benefits, health care plan, paramedical services coverage, vision care benefits, bonus, group insurance benefits, free parking available, and on-site housing options

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume, Cover letter, and Letter of recommendation) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]