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Forest Nursery Worker, Winter Harvest

@ PRT

Telkwa, British Columbia

$18.50/hrOn-siteContract
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Overview

PRT is hiring seasonal contract Forest Nursery Workers for its winter tree seedling harvest at PRT Summit, running October 21 to December 4, 2026. The work is physical outdoor lifting of seedlings in greenhouses, with full training provided. Pay is $18.54 per hour, moving to piecework with greater earning potential, and the schedule is half days in the first week then full time.

Pay:

Up to $18.50 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Lift tree seedlings in greenhouses
  • Learn forest nursery activities
  • Work independently and efficiently
  • Maintain quality and safety standards

Requirements summary:

  • Reliable transportation to site daily
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
  • Stand for long periods during an 8-hour shift
  • Work outdoors in all conditions

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Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-02
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-09

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Job details

SeniorityNo experience needed
DepartmentAgriculture & natural resources
Hours per week40
Scheduleday
SeasonalYes
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOutdoors
PositionMostly standing
Physical demandsphysical high · lift 50 lb · computer none
Perks mentionedPaid training

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Job description

Company Description

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.
  • Career Development & Learning: Grow your skills and advance your career with personalized guidance and a learning-focused culture that prioritizes continuous development.
  • 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.
  • 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

We are currently seeking to fill an existing vacancy on our team.

PRT Summit is looking for seasonal Forest Nursery Workers to help with our upcoming tree seedling harvest. If you want a physical, fast-paced outdoor 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:

  • Lifting tree seedlings in greenhouses.
  • Learning about forest nursery activities.
  • Working independently and efficiently.
  • 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 Summit site daily
  • Interested in and able to work in all types of outdoor environmental conditions.
  • Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks throughout an 8-hour work shift.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs repeatedly through the entire shift.
  • Appropriate work attire.
  • Good manual dexterity and eyesight.
  • A team-oriented personality with a positive attitude.
  • A desire to learn and contribute to forest regeneration.

Additional Information

Dates: Wed Oct 21st, 2026 – Dec. 4th

Hours: ½ days the first week, then full-time hours for the remaining 6 weeks.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary information: 18.54/HOUR and transitioning to piecework with greater earning potential

Join PRT Summit 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?

Follow us on Instagram: @TrustedToGrow,

Facebook: @PRTGrowingServices

LinkedIn: @PRTGrowingServices,

Thank you for applying; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

#trustedtogrow

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