About this role
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Work setting: Greenhouse. Horticulture and/or gardening. Tasks: Consider water saturation, light and temperature when planning for germination. Direct greenhouse and nursery operations. Greenhouse cleaning. Mixing fertilizer. Organize greenhouse and nursery operations. Tie and secure plants. Weeding. Control reported insect, disease and weed problems. Determine type and quantity of stock to grow. Establish and maintain required environment. Hire, train and supervise staff. Order materials and stock. Provide product care and other information and service to customers. Supervise staff in planting, transplanting, feeding and spraying. Supervise nursery and greenhouse workers. Supervision: Staff in various areas of responsibility. Type of product: Bedding plants. Type of crops: Cucumbers. Greenhouse tomatoes. Herbs. Onions. Tomatoes. Zucchinis. Specialization or experience: Green economy sector. Area of specialization: Horticulture. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Driver's validity licence check. Transportation/travel information: Own transportation. Valid driver's licence. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Ability to distinguish between colours. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Fast-paced environment. Handling heavy loads. Large workload. Physically demanding. Work under pressure. Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Judgement. Organized. 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)?. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Employment terms options: Day. Green job: Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes. Other benefits: Free parking available. Parking available.