JOB DETAILSPosted Nov 5, 2026
Plant Propagator - Greenhouse Or Nursery
Van Luyk Greenhouses and Garden Centre
London (ON)
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- Location
- London (ON)
- Salary
- $20.50 hourly
Full job description
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
- Floriculture production
- Outdoors
- Confined spaces
- Hot
- Non-smoking
Work setting
- Greenhouse
- Garden centre
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Clean the crops
- Consider water saturation, light and temperature when planning for germination
- Greenhouse cleaning
- Mixing fertilizer
- Tie and secure plants
- Weeding
- Spray or dust plants with insecticides and fungicides
- Mix and prepare soils
- Plant bulbs and seeds
- Pot and re-pot plants
- Transplant seedlings or rooted cuttings
- Apply fertilizers
- Report signs of insect or disease damage
- Assist in grafting activities
- Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens
- Clean work area
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Provincial licence/certification to apply chemical fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides and pesticides
Experience and specialization
Type of product
- Native plants
- Perennials
- Bedding plants
- Seasonal plants
- Tropical plants
- Vegetables
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Repetitive tasks
- Physically demanding
- Standing for extended periods
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
- Attention to detail
Weight handling
- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Reliability
- Team player
Benefits
Other benefits
- Free parking available