Grower/Assistant Grower
Permanent
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Grower/Assistant Grower Job Posting
Baucom�s Nursery Company (located in Charlotte, NC) is looking to hire a Grower for our nursery.
Education Preferences:
4-year degree in related fields OR
2-year degree with some work experience OR
5+ years as a grower/assistant grower
Applicants must be able to:
Be on your feet for 8+ hours each day
Lift, carry, and move 25+ pounds
Work in greenhouse environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, dirt, dust, and other possible allergens
Be willing to help out in other areas of the nursery depending on the time of the year/season.
Trim crops up to 8 hours per day
What we offer:
Full-time, year-round work (40+ hours per week)
Friendly, family-oriented work environment
Competitive pay commensurate with experience
Opportunity for advancement with proven performance and initiative
A variety of benefits, including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision options), supplemental insurance (short-term disability), 401(k)/profit sharing plan (after a year of service), and Paid Time Off (PTO) that can be earned
Job Responsibilities:
Manage daily assignments and priorities from the head grower and other team members to maintain top health and quality of plants
Learn and accurately identify irrigation and nutritional needs of various crops and carry out watering and fertilizing as needed.
Apply chemical pesticides and growth regulators as directed by the grower and in accordance with OSHA and company safety procedures.
Assess plant health daily to identify and report any disease, insect problem or abnormalities
Work with growers and the rest of our great team to identify new ways to improve processes in the areas of logistics, placement, etc.
Care and upkeep of the physical greenhouse, including walkways and work areas each day.
Support other departments and managers � working as a team to accomplish a common goal will bring you closer to all and help us achieve our goals.
Opportunities for advancement within Baucom�s Nursery Company.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
1 year ago
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