Laborer, Forest Nursery Laborer

Responsibilities:

• Quality assurance during packing
• Lifting and moving up to 45lb bags and boxes
• Properly utilizing hand tools and pallet jacks
• Reliability in attendance and punctuality

Required Qualifications:

• Basic math skills.
• Previous work experience with basic repair skills (examples: hammer nails crowbar etc.).
• Reliable and punctual work attendance.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity equity inclusion and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• Position requires working in all weather conditions both inside and outside. Must be able to walk on rough uneven terrain in all weather conditions. Employees will experience frequent temperature changes walking into and out of coolers freezers greenhouses production areas and outdoors in all weather conditions. During seedling packing indoor conditions are dusty muddy humid wet and cold. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time during an 8-hour shift. Frequent lifting of bareroot seedlings seedling bags boxes and other supplies requires the ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs. without the aid of equipment. Working in and around large warehouses and farming equipment requires the ability to effectively communicate in a loud industrial setting. Must have the ability to grasp grab pull and use power/hand tools.
• Some travel may be required; notice will be given.

• Spanish language skills.
• Forklift operation competency.
• Pesticide Applicators License.
• Previous use of mobile devices to collect and store data.
• Working knowledge of Horticulture Agriculture or Seedling Forestry through previous work experience.

Application Requirements:Failure to provide the listed documents may result in disqualification. If you have questions or difficulty attaching these documents please contact .

• Apply online:at (Click on the APPLY button above).
• Letter of interest:describing your specific qualifications for the position and the position required desired and special requirements.
• Resume:that details your experience and qualifications.
• References:Referencesare optional at the time your application is submitted. Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least 3 professional references with current telephone numbers including your current or most recent supervisor.
• Important:Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (Social Security number year of birth etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.

• Safety and Well-Being Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
• Public Service We value and respect the public we serve and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
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• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity Equity and Inclusion Council Womens Employee Resource Group Veterans Employee Resource Group etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups visit here to learn more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A comprehensive benefits package includes employer contributions toward health insurance paid holidays retirement plans sick leave and vacation days. Visit for more information.