Assistant Grower

Education and Experience:

• Associates Degree in Horticulture or related field, or
• Minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience in Greenhouse Growing

Communication Skills:

• Must possess proficient English skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to communicate clearly with employees, management, customers and vendors
• Ability to interpret product testing results and apply necessary actions
• Ability to convey information in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to communicate effectively in a culturally diverse business environment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to calculate figures, amounts, portions, percentages and volume in relation to the application of organic fertilizers, chemicals and water
• Knowledge and understanding of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the horticulture environment
• Knowledge of various plant materials and applications
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and under tight deadlines
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and time management skills
• Demonstrated approachability and customer service skills
• Demonstrated reliability, dependability and flexibility in work habits
• Possess a strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and contribute effectively as part of a team

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands listed below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, walk, reach with hands and arms, as well as stooping, kneeling, crouching and climbing
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, often lift up to 25 pounds, and constantly lift up to 10 pounds
• Ability to maneuver throughout Company facilities, including negotiate stairs in some locations
• Ability to see at close and distant ranges, as well as peripheral vision to notice safety hazards
• Ability to demonstrate normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; maintain corrected hearing and vision to normal range

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position
• Primarily in a greenhouse/farming facility with frequent exposure to seasonal conditions which may range from extreme heat and humidity in the summer to cold in the winter
• Direct exposure to loud noise levels and moderate levels of dust, allergens and other chemicals

The Benefits of Joining Our Amazing Team

• Awesome company culture!
• Opportunities for advancement
• Medical / Dental / Vision insurance
• Employer paid Accident & Critical Illness insurance
• Employer paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance
• Employer paid Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO); ability to donate/share/cash-out PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Company parties and events
• Talented, fun, and high integrity group of coworkers!