Sunday, June 20, 2010

Job Opportunity at SaskPower

Here is the email regard to "greenhouse technician" position at SaskPower from Dr. Karen Tanino.

From: llangman@saskpower.com [mailto:llangman@saskpower.com]
Sent: Wednesday, June 16, 2010 12:56 PM
To: Provincial_Aboriginal_Sourcing_Fax_Contacts@saskpower.com; Aboriginal_Sourcing_Email_Contacts@saskpower.com; General_Email_Distribution_List@saskpower.com; employmentmgr@rods.sk.ca; rmc.pa@sasktel.net; edu@sasktel.net; mjmc@sasktel.net; intercultural@sasktel.net; counsellor16.workprep@sasktel.net; esu@sods.sk.ca; svmea@gov.sk.ca; dss@usask.ca; austin@dimension11.com
Cc: DTourangeau@saskpower.com
Subject: SaskPower Job Opportunity

Attached is a job posting for a Greenhouse Technician at SaskPower Shand Greenhouse in Estevan. This competition closes July 9, 2010. Please share this posting with anyone you feel may be interested and qualified to apply. If anyone requires assistance or any further information, please call me at (306) 566-2167. Further detail related to the job description can be viewed on-line at www.saskpower.com - careers - current job openings.



Please ensure that applicants refer to CAAR #628813 when applying for this position. As well, if a diversity candidate wishes to self declare they may do so in their cover letter. Online applications are preferable; however, we will accept resumes submitted by mail or fax. If you wish to apply by paper and choose to self-declare, please feel free to print off the attached form and submit it with your application.

Lorna Langman
Recruitment Consultant, HR
Professional/Business Portfolio
SaskPower - 10NE
2025 Victoria Avenue, Regina, SK S4P 0S1
Ph: (306) 566-2167 Fax: (306) 566-2087
Hrs of work: Monday to Friday: - 8:00 a.m. to 4:47 p.m.
llangman@saskpower.com

At SaskPower, we generate more than just electricity for Saskatchewan residents. We also offer some of the best career opportunities in the province. There’s never been a better time to join our growing team. Challenging careers, competitive salaries, attractive benefits, professional development, career advancement opportunities and the chance to become involved in your community await you.

Greenhouse Technician (temporary)

(position #CAAR 628813) Estevan, SK

SaskPower Shand Greenhouse, located in Estevan, Saskatchewan, is currently seeking a temporary full time greenhouse technician for a term ending October 20, 2011.

Shand Greenhouse is a wholly owned subsidiary of SaskPower. The Greenhouse strives to enhance public awareness of the environmental and social impacts of electricity generation. This is achieved through the production and distribution of tree, shrub and native plant species for environmental improvement projects and through education and communications programs.

The successful candidate will possess a university level education in horticulture, agriculture, biology, forestry or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Abilities and experience in research, statistics, plant pathology or entomology would be an asset. While the focus of this position is in greenhouse culture, the successful candidate will be called upon to participate in education and communications activities. Experience in these would be an asset. In addition to these interpersonal and communication skills, the candidate must be able to supervise others, work with computers and equipment, and contribute in a team environment.

The position will involve physical labour, some travel, and a staggered work week (10 days on, followed by 4 days off). Remuneration will be at the rate of $20.15/hour, plus benefits.

The closing date for this competition is July 9, 2010.

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We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being interviewed will be contacted. For more information and to apply online, please visit saskpower.com/careers, or send your resume making clear reference to position #628813, to:

SaskPower Recruitment

2025 Victoria Avenue

Regina, SK S4P 0S1

Fax 306.566.2087

Our goal is to have a workforce as diverse as the customers we serve.