Geissler Tree Farms - Reading, PA
posted 29 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Reading, PA
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
About the position
The Nursery Worker position at Geissler Tree Farms, Inc. involves performing various manual tasks related to tree nursery operations. This temporary role requires hands-on experience in tree production and encompasses a range of outdoor activities essential for the growth and maintenance of trees.
Responsibilities
- Planting trees and shrubs
- Harvesting trees
- Cultivating soil and plants
- Hoeing and transplanting
- Fertilizing plants
- Propagating trees
- Pruning trees and shrubs
- Preparing soil for planting
- Weeding and maintaining plant health
- Spraying and watering plants
- Mowing grass and maintaining grounds
- Loading and unloading trucks with nursery products
Requirements
- Minimum of three months of verifiable prior experience in tree nursery work
- Experience with balled and burlap (B&B) tree production
- Ability to perform manual and mechanized activities accurately and efficiently
- Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs
- Ability to provide verifiable job references or third-party documentation from recent employers
Benefits
- Employer-paid post-hire drug testing
