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 annual salary with opportunities to build your financial future with our

matching 401K .

Comprehensive Health & Wellness:

Take care of yourself and your family with our

extended health, vision, and dental coverage , along with

paid vacation and holidays .

Career Development & Learning:

Grow your skills and advance your career with

personalized guidance

and a

learning-focused culture

that prioritizes continuous development.

Stable, Inclusive & Collaborative Environment:

Join a

year-round stable company

where your

voice matters

in a

collaborative and inclusive work environment .

Make a Difference for the Planet:

Contribute to

environmental sustainability

and a

passion for nature solutions

Job Description A Day in the Life:

PRT is currently recruiting for a full time

Grower 2

to assist with the many different aspects of nursery responsibilities at

PRT Summit in Telkwa, BC, Canada . The person in the Grower position assists with the production of quality forest seedling crops by applying effective forest nursery practices and principles. Candidates should have a desire and keenness to learn about the nursery activities, work independently and efficiently. Regular work hours are 40 hours per week with varying shift times by grow season, weekend work and shift work are required.



Exposure to hazardous materials (pesticides and fertilizers), loud noises and temperatures extremes may be required.

We’ve found the people who thrive here are those who:

Value lifestyle as much as career.

Enjoy working close to nature.

Are looking to build something long-term, not pass through.

A grower who enjoys hunting, fishing, and living surrounded by forests.

Key accountabilities of the

Grower 2

are:

Implementing water, fertilization and greenhouse cultural programs as indicated on Crop Prescriptions.

Operating the Argus Environmental Control System for irrigation, climate, and alarm programs.

Monitoring the growth of seedlings through morphological measurements and tissue nutrient analyses.

Making insect and disease inspections and implementing methods of control.

Keeping neat and accurate records including computerized record keeping systems.

Inspecting, repairing, and replacement the Argus monitoring equipment and software as needed.

Supervising and training seasonal irrigation employees.

Training nursery workers on safe and efficient work practices in weeding, quality control, and cultural practices.

Following a company directed Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program for pesticide application.

Providing feedback on growing programs to the Production Manager on a regular basis.

Cleaning and replacing filters.

Inspecting injectors, irrigation lines and mixing equipment for wear and proper function.

Assisting with crop and growing material inventories.

Promoting collaboration and teamwork at all levels

Setting targets (i.e.,



production, timelines) and evaluating achievement

About the team:

The person in the Grower position will work alongside other nursery workers under the supervision of Grower 1.

Qualifications What YOU bring to the table:

Experience in nursery or propagation environments

Familiarity with irrigation systems and crop monitoring

A personal connection to outdoor or rural living

Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation

Knowledge of greenhouse equipment and climate control systems

Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Ability to work independently

Solid and professional communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills

Great organizational and record keeping skills

Ability to provide basic maintenance of greenhouse, irrigation facilities, and equipment

Ability to climb, stand and stoop for an extended period of time

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

A degree in horticulture-related field or forest seedling nursery work experience

Greenhouse monitoring software and hardware experience, preferably Argus

Salary information : $22.40/hr - $28.02 /hr + Performance Bonus (rate based on experience and preferred qualifications)

Additional Information Compensation and Benefits:

Salary information:

Competitive base salary & benefits (salary is based on experience)

Join PRT Telkwa and help us make a real difference in the world!

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.

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

Job Location #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Grower 2 (Winnipeg)
🏢 PRT Growing Services
📍 Winnipeg