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With 27 Nurseries & 14 Seed Orchards across the US and Canada, we annually cultivate over 630 ... Practical skills in operating and maintaining equipment, including tractors, UTVs, and tools for ...

You'll help with planting, shifting, and caring for plants while operating or assisting with nursery equipment. Depending on the department you are assigned to, your responsibilities may vary and can ...

With 27 Nurseries & 14 Seed Orchards across the US and Canada, we annually cultivate over 630 ... Practical skills in operating and maintaining equipment, including tractors, UTVs, and tools for ...

Nursery Delivery Driver

Nashville, TN · On-site

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

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Container Nursery Specialist

Evans, LA • On-site

PRT
Environmental Consulting Services • 11 - 50 employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

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Job description

Company Description
WHO WE ARE:
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 RSP.
  • 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
ABOUT THE ROLE:
PRT is seeking a Forest Container Nursery Technician. Activities will include seed stratification and treatment, planting, irrigation, fertilizer / chemical application, and harvesting. PRT's seedlings are positioned to be the highest quality in the industry and are distributed across the Southeast. During the spring, you'll be focused on seed treatment, sowing, and crop establishment. Each season will bring new goals and challenges. During the summer, your efforts will shift to growing, fertilizing, irrigation, and crop development. In the fall and winter, you will be involved in the harvest and distribution of our seedlings.
Key Accountabilities of the Nursery Technician:
  • Operate forklift, farm tractors, and various other nursery equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Operate spray-rigs, fertilizer injection equipment, and center pivot irrigation in a safe and productive manner.
  • Assist with daily tasks necessary to maintain equipment, buildings, and grounds.

LOCATION: DeRidder, LA, PRT Evans
WORK STATUS: Full-time Hourly
*Weekdays and weekends as needed, especially during our busiest times of the year.
Qualifications
What YOU bring to the table
You're a dynamic and driven professional who brings technical skill, field experience, and a collaborative mindset to support and strengthen our seed orchard operations.
  • Bachelor's degree or diploma in horticulture, agriculture, or forestry, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills that ensures clarity and alignment across all aspects of operations.
  • Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills to support informed decision-making.
  • Proficiency with digital tools including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Geographic Information system (GIS).
  • Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and adapt in a dynamic work environment.
  • Confidence working independently or as part of a team environment.
  • Practical skills in operating and maintaining equipment, including tractors, UTVs, and tools for safe pesticide and fertilizer application.
  • Reliability and flexibility, with a willingness to work full-time-including weekdays and weekends during peak seasons.

Additional Information
Next Steps:
Ready to grow your career with PRT?
To apply please send your resume directly to us through our career portal at; Grow Your Career / PRT Growing Services Ltd.
We embrace openness and diversity of thought for innovation and growth. We seek different perspectives to challenge conventional approaches and continuously improve our company's performance and progress. We believe that openness and diversity of thought help us drive innovation, make better decisions, achieve effective stewardship of our business and enable our people to thrive.
We encourage you to connect with us at human.resources@prt.com for more information about our accessible workplace, including disability accommodation for the recruitment process and beyond.
Still Want to learn more?
Follow us on Instagram: @TrustedToGrow,
Facebook: @PRTGrowingServices,
LinkedIn: @PRTGrowingServices.
Thank you for applying; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
#letsgrowtogether
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About PRT

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Industry

Environmental consulting services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Schaumburg, IL, US

Year founded

1996