What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seed Orchard Specialist (Forest Seedlings) position at PRT?
Company Description
WHO WE ARE:
Did you know that over 6 billion trees started their lives as PRT seedlings?
From our roots in 1988, when a group of dedicated employees banded together to purchase six seedling nurseries, PRT has grown into North America's largest forest seedling provider.
Today, with 28 nurseries across the US and Canada, and 14 seed orchards, we grow over 630 million high-quality seedlings annually. We're proud to play a vital role in supporting reforestation and sustainable forestry practices across the continent.
We're a company driven by shared success and a passion for environmental stewardship. We provide the foundation for healthier forests and a greener future.
We would love for you to be a part of what we’re growing!
WHAT WE VALUE:
- Nurturing Relationships: We believe in building strong, authentic connections with our customers, our colleagues, and our communities.
- Driving Excellence: We're committed to delivering exceptional results and exceeding expectations in all that we do.
- People-First Mindset: We prioritize the well-being and development of our employees, fostering a culture of respect, support, and collaboration.
- Making a Difference: We're passionate about contributing to a healthier planet and creating a lasting legacy for generations to come.
Job Description
ABOUT THE ROLE:
We're seeking a dynamic and driven Seed Orchard Specialist to join our team in Moultrie, GA, and become a vital part of our mission to produce the highest quality, genetically improved seed. Imagine a day where you're not just working but actively shaping the landscape of tomorrow. The position will participate in the management of seed orchards to produce the highest quality seed of genetically improved southern pines. Activities include orchard establishment and maintenance, grafting, fertilizer and herbicide application, controlled mass pollination (CMP) production and cone harvest. This position will require up to 40% overnight travel. Creativity and innovation are welcomed to help look for ideas that make the Company operations and procedures more efficient and effective.
Key Accountabilities of the Orchard Specialist:
- Play a key role in CMP production efforts
- Care of orchards, equipment, and facilities for development of future cone crops
- Operation of tractors, forklift, aerial boom lift, UTVs, chainsaws, and power tools.
- Work with internal and external resources to achieve production and research objectives in a safe, efficient manner
- Maintain detailed records
- Encourage innovation and continuous improvement
- Promote collaboration and teamwork at all levels
- Communicate with honesty, kindness and respect
- Set targets (i.e., production, timelines) and evaluate achievement
LOCATION: Moultrie, Georgia
WORK STATUS: Full-time, Hourly,
*Weekdays and weekends as needed, especially during our busiest times of the year.
Qualifications
WHO YOU ARE:
Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree or diploma in horticulture, agriculture, or forestry, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
- Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook, and Geographic Information system
- Strong multi-tasking, prioritizing and time management skills
- Ability to work alone and collaboratively in a team environment
- Proper equipment operation and maintenance including fertilizer and pesticide application, tractors, chainsaw and UTVs
Alignment with PRT's Values
- Safety First, Growth Always! Working safely together, every day.
- Passion for sustainability and environmental stewardship.
- Strong work ethic and dedication to excellence.
Join our team and help us cultivate a thriving future for our forests!
Additional Information
WHAT WE OFFER:
TOTAL REWARDS AT PRT:
Grow Your Career, Cultivate Your Potential. At PRT, we believe in nurturing talent as carefully as we nurture our forests. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package is designed to help you thrive professionally and personally.
Financial Rewards
- Competitive Base Salary
- Matching 401K program; Supporting your long-term financial planning
Comprehensive Benefits
- Extended health, vision, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation and paid Stat holidays
Professional Development
- Development Support: Personalized guidance to accelerate your career growth
- Learning-Focused Culture: Continuous skill development built into every role
- Recognition for innovative contributions that drive our business forward
Unique ‘Green’ Cultural Advantages
- Collaborative, inclusive work environment
- Passion for nature solutions and the earth
- Every voice matters
- Year-round stability and growth
- Strong commitment to environmental sustainability
- Passionate team dedicated to stewardship of North American forests
Join PRT and be part of a mission-driven organization where your professional growth is as important as the forests we help to grow. Here, you're not just an employee – you're a vital part of our ecosystem of innovation and environmental stewardship.
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 [email protected] for more information about our accessible workplace, including disability accommodation for the recruitment process and beyond.
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