Greenhouse labourer

Roelands Plant Farms Inc. in Wyoming, ON is seeking a self-motivated Greenhouse labourer. The successful candidate must be available to start work as soon as possible. Position status: Seasonal employment or Full time. Flexible availability required for: Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend.

Job Description

• The candidate must deleaf agricultural crops to accelerate ripening.
• The candidate must perform greenhouse cleaning.
• The candidate must mix fertilizers.
• The candidate must manually remove all suckers and water sprouts.
• The candidate must mix and prepare soils.
• The candidate must plant bulbs and seeds.
• The candidate must transplant seedlings or rooted cuttings.
• The candidate must apply fertilizers.
• The candidate must report signs of insect or disease damage.
• The candidate must assist in grafting activities.
• The candidate must clean work areas.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• There are no standard education requirements, such as a bachelor's degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
• The candidate must be able to handle a weight of up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
• The candidate must be a good team player.

Work Site Environment

• The candidate must work in wet or damp conditions.
• The candidate must work in hot conditions.

Work Setting

• The candidate should work in a rural area; most people live or work on farms or ranches. Hamlets, villages, towns, and other small settlements are in or surrounded by rural areas.
• The candidate must work from a remote location, performing their duties from a site other than the employer’s central office while maintaining productivity and communication.
• The candidate's relocation costs should not be covered by the employer; if the company does not provide a relocation package, you may request an advance on your earnings to cover some of your moving expenses.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks frequently.
• The candidate must perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods.
• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.
• The candidate should have an eye for detail.

Transportation/travel information

• The candidate must have their own transportation.
• There is no access to public transportation.

Benefits

• Night shift premium provided to the candidate.
• The selected candidate will receive an available parking facility where employer provide parking to employee at a cost that is less than the fair market value of the parking space.
• The candidate will receive a wellness program, offering financial incentives and resources to support their health and well-being.

How to apply

Use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By email

recruitment@roelandsplant.ca

• Job reference number 2YGGW
• Answers to the following screening questions:
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• 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?