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J.D. Irving

Tree Planting Staff Summer 2027

J.D. Irving Chipman, New Brunswick, Canada Full-time 27 days ago

$230 - $400 CAD daily

Description

Are you an experienced tree planter looking to take on more responsibility in the field? Our Tree Planting Staff play a key role in supporting and ensuring the success of daily planting operations. These hands-on opportunities combine leadership support, logistics coordination, quality control, and operational assistance to help crews work safely, efficiently, and productively.

Earn What You're Worth - Salaries range from $230-$400/day based on experience, plus production bonuses!

Seasons/Terms - Join us for some or all of these options!

  • Spring/Summer planting season runs from early May to mid-July (up to 50 planting days).
  • Fall planting season runs from Mid-August to Late September (up to 30 planting days).
  • Cone picking and other opportunities may be available in early August as well.

Locations:

  • We are looking for local crews based out of Central, and Southern New Brunswick with various daily pick-up locations.
  • We are also looking for crews that will be based out of our camps and/or motels.

Responsibilities

Crew Leaders:

  • Leading a crew of 10-14 tree planters with energy, focus, and accountability
  • Promoting and enforcing safety standards to ensure a safe work environment at all times
  • Maintaining high planting quality through regular coaching and follow-up with planters
  • Managing daily job site operations, including logistics, troubleshooting, and crew coordination
  • Driving productivity by motivating your team to meet or exceed daily production targets

Tree Runner/Planting Logistics Support:

  • Support Crew Leaders and planters with daily operational tasks
  • Set up and manage caches for tree storage and supplies
  • Deliver trees to planting sites and manage inventory of full and empty tree trays or boxes
  • Water trees and monitor hydration needs in the field
  • Maintain and troubleshoot equipment (skidders, pumps, vehicles)
  • Assist with logistical coordination and field communications
  • Ensure safety and efficiency in all aspect of field operations

Qualifications
  • Previous tree planting experience required
  • Leadership or crew supervision experience considered an asset
  • Must be able to obtain a Class 4 Driver's License
  • Strong understanding of planting quality standards and field operations
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to challenges
  • Physically fit and capable of working in demanding outdoor conditions
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and environmental stewardship

What We're Looking For:

We're looking for individuals who lead by example, take initiative, and enjoy helping others succeed. The ideal candidate is experience in tree planting operations, thrives in a fast-paced outdoor environment, and is motivated to support both crew performance and operational excellence.


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Chipman, New Brunswick, Canada
On-site
Full-time
$230 - $400 CAD daily
27 days ago

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