About this role
Miramichi Forestry Services operates a seedling greenhouse near Athabasca, growing native and conifer stock for reforestation and land reclamation projects across northern Alberta. The work is hands-on crop production: sowing, thinning, watering and packing seedlings through the growing season.
The day runs on a set routine of tray filling, seeding and irrigation checks, with time in the packing shed grading and bundling stock for shipment. You will be on your feet most of the day, working in warm, humid greenhouse conditions and moving between benches and outdoor beds as the weather allows. Training is provided on site.
What you'll be doing
- Seeding and transplanting. Fill trays, sow seed and prick out seedlings by hand and with bench equipment.
- Irrigation and monitoring. Water benches to schedule and watch for pests, disease and damping-off.
- Grading and packing. Sort seedlings by size and quality, bundle them and prepare orders for shipment.
- Greenhouse upkeep. Clean benches, sanitize trays and keep aisles and work areas clear and safe.
What they're asking for
- No experience needed. Miramichi Forestry Services trains new workers on all seeding, watering and packing tasks.
- Physical fitness. Work involves standing, bending and lifting up to 20 kg through a full shift.
- Reliable transport. The greenhouse is outside Athabasca town, so you need a way to get to the site.
- Language. Working English sufficient to follow safety instructions and read task sheets.
What the employer offers
- Overtime. Hours beyond 44 in a week are paid at time and a half.
- Gear provided. Work gloves, apron and rain gear are supplied at no cost.
- Season-end bonus. A completion bonus is paid to workers who stay through the full contract.
About farm and agriculture work in Canada
What the work is
Farm work covers planting, harvesting, livestock care, packing and equipment operation. It is seasonal across much of Canada, physically demanding, and usually outdoors in extremes of heat and cold. Some employers provide accommodation on or near the farm.
What employers usually ask for
Formal qualifications are rarely needed. Employers look for physical stamina, reliability, and willingness to work long days through harvest. A driving licence or tractor experience is an advantage, and livestock roles usually want some animal-handling experience.
If you are applying from outside Canada
Seasonal agricultural work is often arranged through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, which ties your work permit to one named employer. That limits your ability to change jobs if the arrangement turns out badly, so check the employer carefully before committing. Never pay a recruitment fee for a farm job — charging workers for a job placement is illegal in Canada.