Grower 2
Core
Full-time nursery role producing quality forest seedling crops using effective forest nursery practices.
Role type
Junior IC nursery grower
Builds
Forest seedling crops for reforestation and sustainable forestry
Domain
Forestry / Horticulture
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Nursery or propagation experience, Irrigation system operation, Greenhouse climate control knowledge, Crop monitoring, IPM program implementation, Record keeping, Equipment maintenance, Physical stamina (lifting 50 lbs, climbing, stooping)
Preferred skills
Pesticide Applicator Certificate, Horticulture degree, Argus software experience, Bilingual (English/French)
Technologies
Argus Environmental Control System, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Responsibilities
Implement water, fertilization, and greenhouse cultural programs; Operate Argus Environmental Control System; Monitor seedling growth via measurements and tissue analysis; Conduct insect and disease inspections and implement control methods; Maintain accurate computerized records; Supervise and train seasonal irrigation employees; Follow IPM program for pesticide application; Provide feedback on growing programs to Production Manager; Perform equipment maintenance (filters, injectors, irrigation lines); Assist with crop and growing material inventories.
Seniority
Junior, hands-on IC