Summer Student - Nursery

at  Tolko Industries Ltd

ARMSTRONG, BRITISH COLUMBIA

Our Nursery Summer Students play an important role in renewing our forests and keeping our communities and business alive! They support the superintendent in reforestation activities. No experience is required - we will provide all training. If you’re a current horticulture student or recent graduate looking to gain valuable experience, read on to learn more!
We’re looking for a Summer Student - Nursery to join our Eagle Rock Division for our summer term which runs from now to mid/end December. Located mid-way between Vernon and Armstrong BC, Eagle Rock Nursery grows seedlings as part of their commitment to sustainable reforestation in British Columbia. We are proud to plant, grow and harvest our own seedlings to maintain healthy ecosystems and provide future generations with the opportunity to enjoy BC’s magnificent forests.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• Is either a current or recent graduate of a Horticulture program.
• Commitment to working safely.
• Able to work in varying weather conditions.
• Able to work evenings and weekends as required for crop care.
• Available now until mid/late December.
• Has reliable transportation to work.

In this role you will:

• Be responsible for supporting all aspects of crop care.
• Provide administrative support as required, which may include maintaining employee records, coding invoices, timesheet entry, etc.
• Maintain safety program documents including AGSafe COR program documents.
• Support the Nursery Superintendent in other duties as required.

So what’s in it for you?

• You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members.
• You’ll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected base salary range for this position is $32.45 per hour.
• Returning students may be eligible for a signing bonus.
• You may also be eligible for relocation support.
• You’ll be supported in continued development through on-the-job training.
• You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.

We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here! Apply today at www.tolko.com/careers.
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About the North Okanagan Valley
The North Okanagan Valley includes the communities of Vernon, Armstrong, Lavington, Lumby and Lake Country, British Columbia. Surrounded by lakes, these communities provide family-friendly living with lots of amenities, and beautiful weather. Visit one of our local wineries or fine dining restaurants, go boating, hiking, biking, skiing, catch a round of golf, or visit a local market to pick up fresh fruit and produce… whatever your pleasure, you’ll find it here. We honour that the Thompson-Okanagan region is located in the traditional and unceded territory of the Nlaka’pamux People, Syilx Peoples, Secwepemc Nation, Simpcw territory. Watch this video to learn about the region and find out why life is better here.
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• Be responsible for supporting all aspects of crop care.
• Provide administrative support as required, which may include maintaining employee records, coding invoices, timesheet entry, etc.
• Maintain safety program documents including AGSafe COR program documents.
• Support the Nursery Superintendent in other duties as required