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Employer: Ricardo Avellaneda
SpiderID: 14237081
Location: St. Catharines, Ontario
Posted: 9/10/2026
Wage: $17.95
Priority Review Date: 12/9/2026
Job Code / NOC / SOC: 85103
Category: General
Openings: 10
Job Description:
Description
$17.95 Hourly Wage
Job description:
As a Greenhouse Laborer, you will work closely with the Team Lead to ensure that requirements and schedules are met in a timely manner. You will be responsible for planting and harvesting flowers and plants, actively representing BFP and operating in accordance with company values.
Core Expectations
Prepare soil for planting bulbs, cuttings, and transplants.
Handle potted plants/flowers for propagation and packaging.
Operate machinery applicable to the assigned task/role.
Ensure quality in preparation, labeling, packing, and shipment readiness.
Correctly dispose of packaging waste and properly store materials.
Proactively observe and recognize any plant-related issues in the greenhouse and packaged products.
Work collaboratively with management and growers on task assignments.
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety procedures, employment, and labor standards.
Keep work areas tidy, clean, and organized.
Perform other assigned duties.
Key Competencies
Good hand-eye coordination with attention to detail.
Good communication skills to interact with teammates, senior support staff, and customers.
Ability to follow procedures and instructions and solve problems to complete tasks.
Ability to recognize a variety of plant diseases, pests, etc.
Ability to operate a forklift responsibly and competently.
Must be a team player with the ability to work independently.
Adaptability and versatility; experience working in fast-paced environments.
Strives for the common goal of high quality and maintains a constant desire for improvement (aiming for excellence).
Projects a helpful, friendly, proactive, and cooperative attitude.
Other key competencies identified by company values.
Experience/Education
Greenhouse experience is required.
Experience operating a forklift is an asset.
Ability to demonstrate fostering a teamwork environment.
Positive work history and ability to maintain strong attendance.
Must have knowledge of the safe handling of products being moved, shipped, and received.
Mental/Physical Requirements
Ability to lift 10 to 30 kg occasionally, 10 kg frequently, and 5 kg constantly to lift and move products.
Balance, reaching, and gripping when climbing a stool and/or ladder.
Bending, grasping, and lifting products above the shoulders to correctly lift items from the floor.
Ability to stand for long periods while performing job responsibilities.
Physical ability to work in typical greenhouse conditions with cold, humidity, and variable temperatures, including considerable moisture.
Required Work Schedule
This position requires the individual to meet greenhouse needs to fulfill orders as described in the employment contract.
Willingness to work extended hours if necessary.
Work Relationships
Reports to the Team Lead and is part of the greenhouse team.
Works closely with peers and other company employees and departments.
Company Policy/Procedure Compliance
Follow all company policies and procedures, as well as local, provincial, and federal employment laws.
This job description highlights the main components of the Greenhouse Laborer position but is not inclusive of all activities that may be required.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Seasonal
Application question(s):
Do you have your own transportation?
WE WILL ONLY REPLY TO CANDIDATES WHO ATTACH THEIR RESUME AND COVER LETTER.
Work Location: In person
$17.95 Hourly Wage
Job description:
As a Greenhouse Laborer, you will work closely with the Team Lead to ensure that requirements and schedules are met in a timely manner. You will be responsible for planting and harvesting flowers and plants, actively representing BFP and operating in accordance with company values.
Core Expectations
Prepare soil for planting bulbs, cuttings, and transplants.
Handle potted plants/flowers for propagation and packaging.
Operate machinery applicable to the assigned task/role.
Ensure quality in preparation, labeling, packing, and shipment readiness.
Correctly dispose of packaging waste and properly store materials.
Proactively observe and recognize any plant-related issues in the greenhouse and packaged products.
Work collaboratively with management and growers on task assignments.
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety procedures, employment, and labor standards.
Keep work areas tidy, clean, and organized.
Perform other assigned duties.
Key Competencies
Good hand-eye coordination with attention to detail.
Good communication skills to interact with teammates, senior support staff, and customers.
Ability to follow procedures and instructions and solve problems to complete tasks.
Ability to recognize a variety of plant diseases, pests, etc.
Ability to operate a forklift responsibly and competently.
Must be a team player with the ability to work independently.
Adaptability and versatility; experience working in fast-paced environments.
Strives for the common goal of high quality and maintains a constant desire for improvement (aiming for excellence).
Projects a helpful, friendly, proactive, and cooperative attitude.
Other key competencies identified by company values.
Experience/Education
Greenhouse experience is required.
Experience operating a forklift is an asset.
Ability to demonstrate fostering a teamwork environment.
Positive work history and ability to maintain strong attendance.
Must have knowledge of the safe handling of products being moved, shipped, and received.
Mental/Physical Requirements
Ability to lift 10 to 30 kg occasionally, 10 kg frequently, and 5 kg constantly to lift and move products.
Balance, reaching, and gripping when climbing a stool and/or ladder.
Bending, grasping, and lifting products above the shoulders to correctly lift items from the floor.
Ability to stand for long periods while performing job responsibilities.
Physical ability to work in typical greenhouse conditions with cold, humidity, and variable temperatures, including considerable moisture.
Required Work Schedule
This position requires the individual to meet greenhouse needs to fulfill orders as described in the employment contract.
Willingness to work extended hours if necessary.
Work Relationships
Reports to the Team Lead and is part of the greenhouse team.
Works closely with peers and other company employees and departments.
Company Policy/Procedure Compliance
Follow all company policies and procedures, as well as local, provincial, and federal employment laws.
This job description highlights the main components of the Greenhouse Laborer position but is not inclusive of all activities that may be required.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Seasonal
Application question(s):
Do you have your own transportation?
WE WILL ONLY REPLY TO CANDIDATES WHO ATTACH THEIR RESUME AND COVER LETTER.
Work Location: In person
Job Requirements:
Own Transportation.
PR/Citizen or Valid Work Permit and SIN number.
Greenhouse labourer experience.
PR/Citizen or Valid Work Permit and SIN number.
Greenhouse labourer experience.
Job Criteria:
Start Date: February 08, 2027
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Experience: 0-1
Education: None
Travel: None
Vacation: 2 weeks / year
Job Benefits:
Casual Dress
Contact Information:
| Contact Name: Ricardo Avellaneda | Type: Employer |
| Company: Boekestyn Greenhouses | |
| Web Site: https://boekestyngreenhouses.com/opportunities.html | |