Job Description

Position General Labour

Department: Operations

Pay: $18.25
Location: 43756 S Sumas Rd, Chilliwack, BC V2R 4L6

Successful candidates must apply in person

About Rainbow Greenhouses

Rainbow Greenhouses supplies national retailers and independent growers across North America with year-round live plants. With over 5 million sq. ft. of greenhouse space across BC and Alberta, we operate advanced, resource-efficient growing systems powered by skilled, hands-on teams with decades of expertise.

From seed to sale, our full-service model supports retailers with consistent product availability, in-store service, and merchandising solutions that help grow their categories year after year. At Rainbow, we grow plants, people, and partnerships with long-term success in mind.

About the Opportunity

The General Labourer will take part in a variety of greenhouse tasks focused on improving efficiency, yield, and product quality. Based in Chilliwack, BC, this role supports plant production and order fulfillment with strong attention to detail and accuracy.

What You’ll Do

Assist with seeding (by hand or machine) and planting plugs or transplants
Prepare and handle plant cuttings for propagation
Perform production tasks while working with crops throughout the production process
Space, grade, sort, pinch, straighten, trim, weed, and move plants as required
Pick and prepare plants for orders, including loading carts, labeling, and sleeving
Monitor plants for quality concerns and report issues to the Greenhouse Supervisor
Support the cultivation and maintenance of potted plants to ensure high-quality standards
Assist with inventory control and product distribution
Collaborate with team members to optimize growing conditions and workflow efficiency
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
Follow all safety procedures and company best practices

What You Bring

Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
Adaptable and self-directed with strong organizational abilities
Physically able to perform manual labour, including lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs
Detail-oriented and goal-focused with a positive attitude
Comfortable working in varying environmental conditions
Basic knowledge of plants is an asset but not required
Production experience, preferably in a greenhouse environment

What We Offer

Competitive wages that reflect your experience and the work you bring
Flexible benefits for full-time staff - choose the coverage that works for you
RRSP matching to help you build toward your future
Belong to one of Western Canada’s largest Greenhouses – join a high performing team in a fast-moving environment
A workplace that’s a little greener than most - literally
Generous employee discount
A team that takes care in what they grow – plants, people and opportunities

Note: Incentive programs, benefits, and perks have eligibility requirements.

Our Values - GRIT

At Rainbow Greenhouses, we believe in GRIT - our shared values of Go for it, Rise to the challenge, Improve every day, and Tackle it together. Our team members bring these values to life through consistency, teamwork, and care in their craft.

Apply Today

This role is a great fit for a motivated, hardworking individual who takes pride in a hard day's work and wants to be part of a team that shows up, rolls up their sleeves, and gets it done together. At Rainbow Greenhouses, we grow more than plants — we grow people.

Belonging Statement

At Rainbow Greenhouses, we’re an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We celebrate diversity, promote equity, and foster a culture of belonging where every employee feels valued and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for everyone.

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About Rainbow Greenhouses Inc

We're a full-service horticultural producer delivering live plants and value-added solutions to major retailers and independent partners across Western Canada and the Northwestern United States.

Rainbow started in 1985 as a family-led greenhouse guided by the Vander Waal's commitment to quality, relationships, and long-term growth. Today, with the confidence of our retail partners, the dedication of our teams, and the continued support of our customers, we continue to expand our operations.

We produce ornamental annuals, perennials, tropical foliage, indoor flowering plants, vegetable starters, and cut flowers on a commercial scale, using advanced systems across every stage of production. Spanning more than five million square feet of growing space in British Columbia and Alberta, our teams combine decades of horticultural expertise with precision systems that emphasize efficiency and deliver consistent results at scale.

We continue to innovate through automation, fertigation, and integrated pest management practices. These advancements help us support our teams, protect resources, and deliver high-quality plants year-round. Every system, from propagation and cultivation to distribution and merchandising, has been refined to provide our retail partners with a complete, full-service approach.

Our mission is to grow opportunities for plants, people, and partnerships. That means cultivating careers, building trusted relationships, and maintaining practices that strengthen both our operations and the resources we depend on.

Rainbow’s people-centered culture reflects our GRIT values: Go for it, Rise to the challenge, Improve every day, and Tackle it together. Across all facilities, we’re focused on continuous improvement, shared success, and advancing modern horticulture through efficiency and teamwork.

Explore how reliability, innovation, and collaboration define what we do every day.

Industry

Wholesale & Distribution

Company Size

51-200 employees

Headquarters

Chilliwack, CA

Year Founded

1985

Website

rainbow.ca

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