Greenhouse labourer

Gregory Greenhouses Inc. based in 1464 Gregory Road, St. Catharines, ON L2R 6P9 is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Greenhouse labourer who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Permanent employment or Full time job. The shift timings include Day, Weekend, Overtime and Morning.

Employer Name: Gregory Greenhouses Inc.
Position: Greenhouse labourer
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $16.55 to $18.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 45 to 60 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: 1464 Gregory Road, St. Catharines, ON L2R 6P9

Job Description

• The candidate must clean the crop.
• The candidate will be responsible for clipping.
• The candidate will be responsible for deleafing.
• The candidate will be responsible for greenhouse cleaning.
• The candidate must harvest seedlings.
• The candidate must mix fertilizer.
• The candidate will be responsible for seed cutting.
• The candidate will be responsible for suckering.
• The candidate will be responsible for weeding.
• The candidate will be responsible for assisting in the pruning of trees, shrubs, and plants.
• The candidate must mix and prepare soils.
• The candidate must plant bulbs and seeds.
• The candidate must pot and re-pot plants.
• The candidate will be responsible for transplanting seedlings or rooted cuttings.
• The candidate must report any signs of insect or disease damage.
• The candidate must water and care for plants, lawns, and/or gardens.
• The candidate must clean the work area.

Job Requirements

• The candidate should be fluent in English language.
• There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
• Candidate having experience is an asset.
• The candidate should be reliable.
• The candidate should be a good team player.

Work site environment

• The type of farm operation is floriculture production.
• The candidate will be required to work long hours in an outdoor environment.
• The candidate must be able to work in wet/damp, hot, and cold/refrigerated conditions.
• The candidate must work in an environment with a high concentration of odours.

Work setting

• The candidate must be willing to work in a rural area.

Additional information

Security and safety

• The candidate must be bondable.

Transportation/travel information

• The candidate must have their own transportation.
• The candidate does not have access to public transportation.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
• The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods of time.
• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.
• The candidate should have an eye for details.
• The candidate must have excellent hand eye coordination.

Benefits

• Free parking will be provided to the candidate.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

[email protected]

By phone

289-921-0082 Between 09:00 AM and 07:00 PM