Nursery worker

Dinesen Nurseries Ltd. based in Aldergrove, BC is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Nursery worker. Dinesen Nurseries Ltd. is a trusted name in the horticultural industry, specializing in the cultivation and supply of high-quality plants and trees. The nursery offers a diverse selection of products for landscapers, gardeners, and commercial projects. Dinesen Nurseries Ltd. is a reliable partner for enhancing gardens and landscapes with healthy, vibrant greenery. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.

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Job Description:

Employer Name: Dinesen Nurseries Ltd.
Position: Nursery worker
No of Vacancies: 5
Salary: $17.40 to $19.00 hourly (To be negotiated) for 1560 to 2000 hours per year
Employment Type: Permanent employment Full time
Location: Aldergrove, BC
Transportation information: Valid driver’s licence, Own transportation, and Public transportation is not available
Type of product: Coniferous trees, Deciduous trees, Ferns, Native plants, Perennials, Bedding plants, Berry bushes, Bonsai plants, Fruit trees, Ornamental trees, shrubs and hedges, Seasonal plants, Tropical 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 although having experience is an asset
Equipment and machinery experience: Garden tractors, Mechanical cultivator, and Light trucks

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should be able to work in a fast-paced environment, handle repetitive tasks, and handle heavy loads
• The candidates should be able to perform physically demanding tasks, stand for extended periods, and bend, crouch, kneel
• The candidates should be able to manage a large workload, pay attention to detail, and demonstrate hand-eye co-ordination
• The candidates should be able to work overtime when required

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should be reliable

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to cut horticultural crops, perform greenhouse cleaning, and harvest seedlings
• The candidates should be able to maintain and manage growth of vines, vine canopy and grapes, operate climate controls, and train trees to produce more fruit of higher quality
• The candidates should be able to perform weeding, assist in pruning trees, shrubs and plants, and mix and prepare soils
• The candidates should be able to 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
• The candidates should be able to dig up wrapping rootballs of trees and shrubs, water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens, and clean work area

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

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) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]