Monday-Friday. 8:00am to 5:00pm
Greenhouse Technician
Purpose and Major Responsibilities:-
- Perform general greenhouse work independently, such as making pots and flats, planting, watering, fertilizing, tying/trimming plants for upkeep, seed harvesting, seed threshing, seed counting and maintaining various crop plants.
- Maintain and clean greenhouses and work areas.
- Assist with collection of plant tissue samples
- Utilize data management applications to collect and record data, under supervision.
- Perform pest control including insect scouting, pesticide/herbicide application, beneficial release, and integrated pest management techniques.
- Comply with Stewardship and Biosafety requirements and QMS directives and protocols
- Follow SOPs/Work Instructions
- Operate equipment and maintain appropriate documentation Management of the work activities related to the operational area
- Employee must be detailed oriented, responsible, able to work in hot humid environments, and stand for extended periods of time.
Qualifications:-
- High school diploma.
- Preferred: Associate/Technical degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Sciences, or related fields.
- Experience working in the field and greenhouse is desired.