Company Description
WHO WE ARE:
From a humble beginning in 1988 with six nurseries, PRT has grown into North America's largest grower of forest seedlings, having grown over 6 billion trees. With 27 Nurseries & 14 Seed Orchards across the US and Canada, we annually cultivate over 630 million high-quality seedlings, playing a vital role in reforestation and sustainable forestry. We're driven by a passion for environmental stewardship and a commitment to nurturing relationships, driving excellence, and fostering a people-first mindset, all to make a difference for a greener future.
Here's what you can expect when you join PRT
- Competitive Compensation & Financial Growth: Earn a competitive hourly rate with the opportunity to earn piece rates.
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Career Development & Learning: Grow your skills and advance your career with personalized guidance and a learning-focused culture that prioritizes continuous development.
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Stable & Inclusive Culture: Join an industry leader with a 40-year legacy in reforestation. We pride ourselves on a collaborative work environment where every voice matters.
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Make a Difference for the Planet: Contribute to environmental sustainability and a passion for nature solutions
Check out our career video here!
Job Description
A Day in the Life:
FOREST NURSERY WORKER, LIFT (Harvest)
We are currently seeking to fill an existing vacancy on our team.
PRT Quesnel is looking for seasonal Forest Nursery Workers to help with our upcoming tree seedling harvest. If you want a physical, fast-paced job that makes a positive environmental impact, this is for you! You'll be lifting tree seedlings for reforestation across North America. No specific work experience is needed – we'll provide full training.
Your Role & What You'll Do
You'll work as part of a supportive team under the guidance of a Nursery Manager. Your main duties will involve:
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Lifting tree seedlings in greenhouses.
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Learning about forest nursery activities.
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Working independently and efficiently.
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Committing to quality and safety in a safe work environment.
**Please note, this role is not eligible for relocation or accommodation support.
Qualifications
Enough about us, let’s talk about you:
What YOU bring to the table
- Reliable transportation to get to the PRT Quesnel site daily
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Interested in and able to work in all types of outdoor environmental conditions.
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Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks throughout an 8-hour work shift.
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Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs repeatedly through the entire shift.
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Appropriate work attire.
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Good manual dexterity and eyesight.
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A team-oriented personality with a positive attitude.
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A desire to learn and contribute to forest regeneration.
Start Date: Aiming for week of June 25, 2026
Additional Information
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary information: $18.25/hour transitioning to piecework with greater earning potential
Join PRT Quesnel and help us make a real difference in the world!
Next Steps:
Ready to grow your career with PRT?
To apply please send your resume directly to us through our career portal at; Grow Your Career | PRT Growing Services Ltd.
We embrace openness and different perspectives to challenge conventional approaches and continuously improve our company’s performance and progress. We believe that diversity of thought helps us drive innovation, make better decisions, achieve effective stewardship of our business and enable our people to thrive.
We encourage you to connect with us at [email protected] for more information about our accessible workplace, including disability accommodation for the recruitment process and beyond.
Still Want to learn more?
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Thank you for applying; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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