Posted 10 days ago
Labourer - Nursery
@ Canfor
Prince George, British Columbia
Overview
Canfor is hiring a seasonal nursery labourer at its J.D. Little Forest Centre in Prince George, BC, to harvest and process tree seedlings for its reforestation program. The role is full-time temporary for about 7 to 10 weeks starting October 2026, at $19.77 per hour base pay. Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Pay:
$19.77 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Load tree blocks onto wagons or conveyors
- Assess and count seedlings on a moving conveyor belt
- Bundle seedlings, apply wraps and package them into boxes
- Palletize boxes and dispose of waste materials
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment
Requirements summary:
- Physical ability to lift objects up to 50 lbs
- Commitment to safety standards and protocols
- Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills
- Enthusiastic, positive and dependable attitude
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-28
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-03
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Agriculture & natural resources |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer none |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Wellness |
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Canfor
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Full company description
Canfor is a world leading manufacturer of wood products like lumber for building houses and construction, pulp and paper, wood pellets and green energy. We have a history dating back to 1938 in Western Canada and have grown into a successful global company with people, customers, operations and sales offices around the world.
- LinkedIn followers
- 40,145
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 2,627
- Reported office locations
- 100–1700 West 75th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6P 6G2, CA
- 5162 Northwood Pulp Mill Road, PO Box 9000, Prince George, BC V2L 4W2, CA
- 3700 Clay Pond Road, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29579, US
- 230 - 1700 West 75th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6P 6G2, US
- Business categories
- Green Building
- Manufacturing
- Green Consumer Goods
- Other recorded names
- Canfor
- Specialties
- Pulp Products
- SPF Lumber
- Green Energy
- Southern Yellow Pine
- Wood Products
- Engineered Wood Products
- and Lumber Products
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 324,813,762
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Canfor is a world leading manufacturer of wood products like lumber for building houses and construction, pulp and paper, wood pellets and green energy. We have a history dating back to 1938 in Western Canada and have grown into a successful global company with people, customers, operations and sales offices around the world.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Vancouver, BC |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1938 |
| Specialties | Pulp ProductsSPF LumberGreen EnergySouthern Yellow PineWood ProductsEngineered Wood Productsand Lumber Products |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 32 |
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| Posting ID: | 29837 | |
| Position Type: | Temporary | |
| City: | Prince George, BC, Canada | |
| Location: | J.D. Little Forest Centre |
You are a friendly and flexible team player, always looking on the bright side. You understand instructions, ask good questions, and relay information with ease. You are eager to help, dependable, and work well with others.
The J.D. Little Forest Centre produces seedlings to support Canfor’s extensive reforestation program throughout British Columbia and Alberta. As a Seasonal Nursery Worker, you will provide essential support to the J.D. Little Forest Centre. In this role, you will “grow” your horticultural knowledge while you assist in the harvesting of tree seedlings from our greenhouses. Always one to focus on the good, you can be relied upon to always bring an enthusiastic and positive attitude to your work.
This is a full-time temporary role (about 7-10 weeks) and starts in October 2026. This role requires you to lift boxes and blocks up to 50lbs. You enjoy working in a team environment and operate safely and efficiently. You are productive who is willing to actively engage in hands-on work without hesitation!
The life of the Seasonal Nursery Worker includes:
- Load tree blocks onto wagons or conveyors
- Assess seedling quality on a moving conveyor belt
- Perform accurate seedling counts on a moving conveyor belt
- Skillfully bundle seedlings and apply wraps
- Package seedlings neatly into designated boxes
- Palletize boxes for efficient storage
- Dispose of waste materials from wheelbarrows
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment
For this role, you come equipped with:
- Physical capability to lift objects weighing up to 50lbs
- Demonstrated commitment to adhering to safety standards and protocols
- Excellent teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with coworkers
If you are a dedicated team player with an enthusiastic attitude, click that “apply” button today! We’re “rooting” for you! CADH #LI-AR1 #
The hourly rate for this position is: $19.77
Please Note: The wage provided is for base pay only. In addition to wage, Canfor proudly offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. It features cash and non-cash programs such as employer paid group benefits, paid leave, retirement & saving options and health & well-being. We also continually invest in the development of our talent to help them thrive professionally and personally. Above all, we are proud to offer our employees a value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters an environment where talent and performance is recognized and acknowledged.
Don't check off every single bullet point? At Canfor, we prioritize the right fit for our organization over a strict checklist of criteria. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not perfectly align.
Our people-focused approach prioritizes safety, embraces diversity, valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.
We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location.
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