The Nursery Worker Job in Canada position at Bylands Nurseries Ltd is a great opportunity for anyone who enjoys outdoor work, plant care, and hands-on tasks. This role offers full-time hours, a positive work culture, and the chance to develop skills within one of North America’s most respected plant producers. If you enjoy physical work, learning new things, and being part of a supportive team, this job is an excellent fit.
About the Company
Bylands Nurseries Ltd. is a well-known and award-winning plant producer in North America. With over 60 years of experience, the company is recognized for producing high-quality hardy plants and maintaining strong environmental stewardship.
The company follows a Culture of Excellence, built on teamwork, communication, integrity, and continuous learning. Employees are encouraged to grow professionally and personally while contributing to the company’s vision of “Enhancing Lives With Plants.
Key Responsibilities
Nursery Workers at Bylands handle a wide variety of outdoor and hands-on tasks, including:
- Pruning trees, shrubs, and plants
- Mixing and preparing soils
- Planting bulbs and seeds
- Potting and re-potting plants
- Transplanting seedlings and rooted cuttings
- Assisting with grafting work
- Digging up and wrapping root-balls for trees and shrubs
- Watering and tending to plants, gardens, and lawns
- Labeling, moving, and loading plants
- Spraying plants to prevent disease and pests
- Operating equipment such as tractors, sprayers, forklifts, loaders, and hand tools
Requirements
- Ability to work full-time and up to 6 days per week during peak seasons
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, wind)
- Physically fit to handle frequent bending, lifting, walking, and reaching
- Willingness to learn plant names and nursery techniques
- Ability to work with a diverse team of people from different countries
- No specific education required — training is provided
Skills
- Strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Ability to follow instructions
- Physical stamina
- Interest in plants, gardening, or outdoor work
- Basic equipment-handling skills (or willingness to learn)
- Spanish language skills are a bonus but not required
Benefits
- Competitive hourly wage (based on experience and not lower than BC minimum wage)
- Opportunities for promotion and pay increases
- Comprehensive benefits including Extended Health & Dental
- Pension retirement savings plan with company matching
- Full-time, steady work throughout the season
- A supportive work culture that encourages growth and learning
- Outdoor work environment that keeps you active and energized
