About this role
Education: Other trades certificate or diploma. Agroecology and sustainable agriculture. Agricultural production operations, other. Horticultural science. or equivalent experience. Work site environment: Floriculture production. Cold/refrigerated. Hot. Outdoors. Tasks: Consider water saturation, light and temperature when planning for germination. Direct greenhouse and nursery operations. Greenhouse cleaning. Harvest seedlings. Mixing fertilizer. Organize greenhouse and nursery operations. Tie and secure plants. Weeding. Control reported insect, disease and weed problems. Establish and maintain required environment. Plant seedlings. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops. Supervision: 1 to 2 people. Type of product: Deciduous trees. Ferns. Native plants. Perennials. Bedding plants. Ornamental trees and shrubs. Type of crops: Artisanal crops. Herbs. Area of work experience: Plant disease, pest and weed prevention and eradication. Plant growth and development. Plant nutrition. Product inspection experience: Plants and plant products. Specialization or experience: Green economy sector. Area of specialization: Horticulture. Propagation. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Physically demanding. Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots. Rain gear. Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills. Flexibility. Organized. Team player. Quick learner. Screening questions: Do you have experience working in this field?. Employment terms options: Early morning. Flexible hours. Morning. Experience: Experience an asset. Employment terms options: To be determined. Day. Weekend. Overtime available. Green job: Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes. Health benefits: Health care plan. Other benefits: Free parking available. Learning/training paid by employer. Parking available.