Irrigation Specialist
Hubbard, OR Hubbard, OR Contract Contract $16 - $18 an hour $16 - $18 an hour Company Description Love what you do:
PRT is the largest commercial-scale growing provider in North America for a wide range of forestry seedling species.
Be part of a team of people that grows trees for our future forests! PRT has the capacity to grow and sell more than 630 million seedlings annually, at its 28 nursery locations across Canada & USA.
Check out our career video at https:
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Summary:
As a key member of the nursery grow team, the Irrigation Specialist will assist in the growing of tree seedlings used for reforestation.
This is a seasonal opportunity, with the opportunity to work with to work on other projects for full time potential.
This role is suited for someone wanting to start a career as a grower and may provide several opportunities to do so within PRT.
Training and education are available within PRT's structure to help develop the right candidate towards their goals.
This is a seasonal position with work from approximately April to October each year.
Tasks involved while working under the direction of the nursery growers the main job functions in this role include but are not limited too:
Mixing fertilizers and checking EC readings before and after irrigations Unplugging sprinkler nozzles and changing irrigation filters Taking daily block weights while scouting for pests and diseases Monitoring and measuring crop growth rates and conducting audits on lifted crops Using computer systems to adjust watering cycles Must be a self-starter and able to organize their self Must be able to communicate with other employees Minor repairs to irrigation systems.
Assist in herbicide and other pesticide applications Assist in Greenhouse sanitization practices Maintenance and other nursery work will be required from time to time.
Accurate record keeping and data entry into spreadsheets Qualifications Knowledge Skills & Abilities Must be reliable and have transportation - no public transit is available Shift work and weekend work is required - regular hours are 40 per week with varying shift times by grow season, and does include regular evening and weekend shifts.
Work is in greenhouses and outdoors with exposure to temperature extremes at times Successful applicants will be required to complete in house online training courses and obtain a pesticide applicator certificate Relevant forest seedling nursery experience is useful, however, not essential Additional Information Compensation, Benefits & Workplace Culture:
Our PRT nurseries are vibrant and fun communities with employees who share a strong passion for the green 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 Hourly wage starting at $16 - $18 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
How to Apply:
Applications will be accepted until June 30th, 2023.
To learn more about this great opportunity please contact us and/or submit your resume and cover letter directly through career page of our website at prt.
com; Grow Your Career PRT Growing Services Ltd.
Join us in growing forests for future generations! Thank you for applying however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Facebook @PRTGrowingServices Instagram @TrustedToGrow LinkedIn @PRTGrowingServices #LetsGrowTogether.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
PRT is the largest commercial-scale growing provider in North America for a wide range of forestry seedling species.
Be part of a team of people that grows trees for our future forests! PRT has the capacity to grow and sell more than 630 million seedlings annually, at its 28 nursery locations across Canada & USA.
Check out our career video at https:
//www.
youtube.
com/watch?v=AsvfZdw_9m0 Job Description Position
Summary:
As a key member of the nursery grow team, the Irrigation Specialist will assist in the growing of tree seedlings used for reforestation.
This is a seasonal opportunity, with the opportunity to work with to work on other projects for full time potential.
This role is suited for someone wanting to start a career as a grower and may provide several opportunities to do so within PRT.
Training and education are available within PRT's structure to help develop the right candidate towards their goals.
This is a seasonal position with work from approximately April to October each year.
Tasks involved while working under the direction of the nursery growers the main job functions in this role include but are not limited too:
Mixing fertilizers and checking EC readings before and after irrigations Unplugging sprinkler nozzles and changing irrigation filters Taking daily block weights while scouting for pests and diseases Monitoring and measuring crop growth rates and conducting audits on lifted crops Using computer systems to adjust watering cycles Must be a self-starter and able to organize their self Must be able to communicate with other employees Minor repairs to irrigation systems.
Assist in herbicide and other pesticide applications Assist in Greenhouse sanitization practices Maintenance and other nursery work will be required from time to time.
Accurate record keeping and data entry into spreadsheets Qualifications Knowledge Skills & Abilities Must be reliable and have transportation - no public transit is available Shift work and weekend work is required - regular hours are 40 per week with varying shift times by grow season, and does include regular evening and weekend shifts.
Work is in greenhouses and outdoors with exposure to temperature extremes at times Successful applicants will be required to complete in house online training courses and obtain a pesticide applicator certificate Relevant forest seedling nursery experience is useful, however, not essential Additional Information Compensation, Benefits & Workplace Culture:
Our PRT nurseries are vibrant and fun communities with employees who share a strong passion for the green 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 Hourly wage starting at $16 - $18 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
How to Apply:
Applications will be accepted until June 30th, 2023.
To learn more about this great opportunity please contact us and/or submit your resume and cover letter directly through career page of our website at prt.
com; Grow Your Career PRT Growing Services Ltd.
Join us in growing forests for future generations! Thank you for applying however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Facebook @PRTGrowingServices Instagram @TrustedToGrow LinkedIn @PRTGrowingServices #LetsGrowTogether.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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