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 human.resources@prt.com for more information about our accessible workplace, including disability accommodation for the recruitment process and beyond.

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