greenhouse labourer

Work site environment

• Floriculture production
• Outdoors
• At heights
• Wet / damp
• Cold / refrigerated
• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Rural area
• Various locations

Tasks

• Clean the crops
• Greenhouse cleaning
• Pot and re-pot plants
• Apply fertilizers
• Report signs of insect or disease damage
• Water and tend to plants, lawns and / or gardens
• Clean work area

Type of product

• Perennials
• Bedding plants
• Seasonal plants
• Vegetables

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Large workload
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Team player

Government programs

• Recognized employer

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• Parking available

Support for youths

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth

Support for Indigenous people

• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 40 to 60 hours per week