Overview
Nursery labourer Jobs in Ladysmith, British Columbia, Canada at KIKI NURSERY
Location: Ladysmith
Work Term:
Temporary
Work Language:
English
Hours:
20 to 35 hours per week
Education:
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience:
1 year to less than 2 years
Work site environment
Outdoors
Non-smoking
Work setting
Rural area
Relocation costs not covered by employer
Tasks
Clear and collect brush and debris from fields and other work areas
Consider water saturation, light and temperature when planning for germination
Cut horticultural crops
Harvest seedlings
Level earth to fine grade specifications
Seed cutting
Tie and secure plants
Weeding
Write daily basic progress reports
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
Report signs of insect or disease damage
Assist in grafting activities
Dig up wrapping rootballs of trees and shrubs
Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens
Clean work area
Type of product
Native plants
Landscaping experience
Restoration and preservation projects
Equipment and machinery experience
Chain saw
Garden tractors
Mechanical seeder
Mechanical sprayer
Transportation/travel information
Valid driver’s licence
Own transportation
Public transportation is not available
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
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
Steel-toed safety boots
Gloves
Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Reliability
Team player
Screening questions
Are you available for shift or on-call work?
Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
Other benefits
Learning/training paid by employer
Other benefits
Title: Nursery labourer
Company: KIKI NURSERY
Location: Ladysmith, British Columbia, Canada
Category: Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care (Landscaping, Gardening, Agriculture / Farming, Horticulture)
