Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development
Vernon
Seed Orchard Labourer
$40,410.50 – $45,483.30 annually
Up to twenty-two 30-day seasonal auxiliary positions are available at our Kamalka and Bailey Road Seed Orchard Sites. The Bailey Road site requires independent transportation.
These temporary opportunities are available until August 24, 2021. An eligibility list may be established.
A great opportunity to take the next step in your career
The mission of the Forest Improvement and Research Management Branch is to enhance the value, resilience, and conservation of B.C.’s forest genetic resources. The Seed Production section manages five provincial seed orchards which currently produce 55% of the improved tree seed supply and are operated on a cost recovery basis.
The Labourer position is responsible for picking cones and carrying out a variety of general labour activities relating to the care and maintenance of seed orchards.
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
Qualifications for this role include:
· Prefer cone picking (or conifer crown management) experience and manual labour or outdoor working experience.
· Prefer experience working with plants in forestry or orchard settings; i.e. tree planter, orchard worker and cone picking.
· Prefer applicants with elevated work platform and fall arrest tickets.
· Physically fit and able to lift supplies (i.e. bags of fertilizer, cones buckets, etc.) and operate equipment (i.e. orchard lifts, pruners, weed eaters, mowers, etc.) on an on-going basis.
· Able to work outdoors in all types of weather, including winter cold weather, and with potential allergens such as pollen, grass, insects, chemical pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers; as well as ability to work at heights using lifts and ladders.
· Basic knowledge of safe work practices and a good safety attitude.
· Ability to follow instructions/requirements, complete tasks on time and work independently and in a team.
· Demonstrated ability to read labels and instructions and communicate clearly.
For more information and to apply online by July 20, 2021, please go to:
https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/78237
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