Job Description

Company Description
About PRT Growing Services Ltd.: PRT operates a diverse network of 19 nurseries in Canada and the United States enabling us to grow a wide variety of high-quality container forest seedlings for all climatic and site conditions. Annual production of 335 million seedlings makes PRT the largest producer of containerized forest seedlings in North America. We produce trees for customers from British Columbia to Ontario and Michigan to Alabama to Oregon.


Position Summary: Under the direction of the Operations Manager and the Seed Orchard Technician, this position is responsible for carrying out day to day activities in the orchards in order to maximize the production of high-quality seed from the orchard trees. The position is non-continuous (seasonal). During the off season, the SOT Assistant is expected to assist and take part in other nursery work which may include supervisor, quality assurance or machine operator duties. No shift work required. Candidates should have a keenness to learn about the seed orchard activities, keep accurate records, work independently and efficiently. Candidates may be interviewed and tested to assess their abilities and qualifications for this position. Key Responsibilities: The Seed Orchard Technician Assistant will be responsible for the following:

• Follow the instructions for daily orchard activities
• Collect data on orchard inventories and maps
• Collect scion material and graft onto root stock, if required
• Assisting to implement an effective G.A. program
• Conduct pollen and cone inventories
• Fertilize, prune and irrigate orchard trees
• Assess seed embryo development, if required
• Assist in cone pick activities
• Winterize irrigation header pipes and the pump house
• Operate and maintain orchard equipment
• Pest monitoring with an effective IPM program
• Apply pesticides and obtain a valid pesticide applicator certificate, if required
• Attend ITAC and BCSOC seminars
• Keep up to date with activities relevant to the operation of the seed orchards
• Adhere to PRT safety and environmental practices and policies
• Perform other jobs as designated by the Operations Manager

Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: The successful applicant will have the following qualifications:

• Be highly motivated and able to work independently
• Demonstrate a high level of sound judgment and reasoning
• Possess a high school diploma. Certificates or training in horticulture, seed orchards, or forestry
• Minimum of 2 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in a growing or seed orchard role
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to maintain maintenance schedules in a dynamic and changing environment
• Possess a valid drivers license
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and e-mail programs.
• Great organizational and record keeping skills

Additional Information
Compensation, Benefits & Workplace Culture:

• Competitive annual wage range; $16.73 to $23.38 matching your level of experience and ability.
• Support ongoing career development and education
• Our PRT nurseries are vibrant and fun communities with employees who share a strong passion for the \xe2\x80\x9cgreen\xe2\x80\x9d nature of our business and doing their part in regenerating the forests of North America.
• We provide a supportive team structured environment, a strong safety culture, and a commitment to the environment.

Location: Situated in the breathtaking Okanagan Valley, Armstrong, BC is surrounded by beauty. During the summer months the valley offers countless sandy beaches, hot sun, and a variety of outdoor activities. Okanagan Lake provides the valley not only with excellent water activities, but is also a spectacular backdrop to the golf courses, fruit orchards, wineries and popular ski resorts located in the rolling hills of this wine valley. Applications: Please submit resume in confidence through the career page of our PRT website; Grow Your Career | PRT Growing Services Ltd. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate has been hired.
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