Irrigation & Seed Specialist

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From a humble beginning in 1988 with six nurseries, PRT has grown into North America's largest grower of forest seedlings, having grown over 6 billion trees. With 27 Nurseries & 14 Seed Orchards across the US and Canada, we annually cultivate over 630 million high-quality seedlings, playing a vital role in reforestation and sustainable forestry. We're driven by a passion for environmental stewardship and a commitment to nurturing relationships, driving excellence, and fostering a people‑first mindset, all to make a difference for a greener future.

Here's what you can expect when you join PRT:

• Career Development & Learning:
  Grow your skills and advance your career with personalized guidance and a learning‑focused culture that prioritizes continuous development.
• Stable, Inclusive & Collaborative Environment:
  Join a year‑round stable company where your voice matters in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Make a Difference for the Planet:
  Contribute to environmental sustainability and a passion for nature solutions.

Job Description

PRT is seeking a full‑time hybrid Irrigation & Seed Specialist to work at our PRT Prince Albert Nursery in Prince Albert, SK; this role will be focused on Irrigation for six months of the year and then on Seed processing the other six months.

As a key member of the forest nursery grow team, the Irrigation Specialist will assist in the growing of tree seedlings used for reforestation. The Irrigation Specialist is responsible for mixing fertilizers and checking EC readings, using and maintaining the irrigation system as well as assisting in any nursery related duties. Candidates should have a desire and keenness to learn about the forest seedling nursery activities, keep accurate records, work independently and efficiently.

The majority of the work will be done outdoors with exposure to temperature extremes cessful applicant will be required to complete in‑house online training courses. Shift work and weekend work is required – regular hours are 40 hours per week with varying shift times according to the grow season. The successful applicant would take on irrigation responsibilities from April until September or as directed by the Nursery Manager.

• Unplug sprinkler nozzles and change irrigation filters
• Take daily block weights while scouting for pests and diseases
• Monitor and measure crop growth rates and conduct audits on lifted crops
• Adjust watering cycles and climate settings using climate control system
• Mix and maintain fertilizer levels
• Use, maintain, and make improvements to the irrigation system
• Assist with herbicide and pesticide applications
• Assist with greenhouse sanitation practices
• Keep neat and accurate records
• Support innovation and continuous improvement
• Promote collaboration and teamwork at all levels
• Weekend work is required, especially during our summer season.
• After hours call‑out standby on a rotation schedule may be required.
• Other duties and work tasks may be assigned from time to time for seasonal projects (Sow, lift, Maintenance and blackout).

The Seed Specialist Role will support the company’s initiatives to process seed internally. The Seed Specialist plays a key role in ensuring high‑quality seed handling, storage, and propagation within the nursery. This position is responsible for overseeing seed inventory, performing germination and viability testing, supporting propagation teams, and maintaining the highest standards of seed health and quality. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, organized, and knowledgeable about seed science, forestry or horticulture practices.

The successful candidate would take on seed responsibilities from October to March or as directed by the Nursery Manager.

• Support seed processing and local seed storage, including any seed testing efforts, quality control/assurance, and continuous improvement.
• Assist with maintaining the Prince Albert Nursery site in a ready state.
• Support safety programs in all aspects.
• Work in collaboration with the Nursery Manager, forest genetics staff, other company…