Greenhouse Labourer

Diversi Tree Plants Inc. is a plant nursery located in Chilliwack, British Columbia. We specialize in growing high-quality shade trees, shrubs, conifers, and ornamental plants. Our diverse selection supports a wide range of landscaping and horticultural needs. We are committed to providing our customers with healthy, high-quality plants.

49276 Yale Rd., Chilliwack, BC V2P 6H4

49276 Yale Rd., Chilliwack, BC V2P 6H4 and 5781 Unsworth Rd., BC Chilliwack, BC, V2R 3A3

Full time – Permanent

As soon as possible

• Budding trees
• Clean the crops
• Clear and collect brush and debris from fields and other work areas
• Greenhouse cleaning
• Remove manually all suckers and water sprouts
• Tie and secure plants
• Train trees to produce more fruit of higher quality
• Weeding
• Spray or dust plants with insecticides and fungicides
• 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
• Apply fertilizers
• Report signs of insect or disease damage
• Dig up wrapping rootballs of trees and shrubs
• Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens
• Clean work area
• Drive work truck to different locations

• - Education:
  
  Some high school is required
• - Experience:
  
  Experience is an asset. On-the-job training will be provided.
• -Driver’s license is required
• -Experience using chain saw, mechanical sprayer, and light trucks are a strong asset
• -Must take direction and abide by safety rules
• -Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:
  Fast-paced environment;
  Work under pressure;
  Repetitive Tasks, Handling heavy loads, Physically demanding, Attention to detail, Standing for extended periods, Combination of sitting, standing, walking;
  Bending, crouching, kneeling, Hand-eye coordination
• -Personal Suitability:
  Client focus, Initiative, Accurate, Judgement, Effective interpersonal skills, Team player, Organized, Flexibility
• -Work Site Environment:
  Cold/refrigerated, Wet/damp, Hot, Confined spaces, Odours
• -Weight Handling:
  Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
• –Language:
  Basic level of English is required

$18.75 per hour. 40 – 50 Hours per week

• Accommodation provided at a discounted rate.
• Travel expenses paid by the employer if worker needs to relocate.
• Transportation to and from the work location is provided by the employer.
• A vehicle is provided for work-related matters only.
• Learning/training paid by the employer.

Regular schedule is from Monday to Friday, from 8 AM to 4:30 PM. However, flexibility in schedule is required, based on the business’ needs. Overtime is required. Weekend work may be required.