Job Description

Work Term: Seasonal Work Language: English Hours: 30 to 48 hours per week Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: Will train

Work site environment

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Outdoors

Work setting

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Rural area

Tasks

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Remove manually all suckers and water sprouts Tie and secure plants 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

Type of product

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Coniferous trees Deciduous trees Native plants Perennials Ornamental trees, shrubs and hedges

Equipment and machinery experience

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Garden tractors Irrigation pumps and equipment Mechanical cultivator Mechanical sprayer Light trucks

Specialization or experience

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Green economy sector

Security and safety

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Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

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Valid driver's licence Own transportation Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Repetitive tasks Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Standing for extended periods Bending, crouching, kneeling Attention to detail

Weight handling

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Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

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Steel-toed safety boots Gloves

Personal suitability

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Reliability Team player

Screening questions

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Are you authorized to work in Canada? Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting? Are you currently a student? Do you have experience working in this field? Do you live near the job location?

Government programs

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Recognized employer

Green job

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Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Other benefits

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Free parking available Learning/training paid by employer Team building opportunities * Parking available