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Greenhouse Assistant Grower

Catoctin Mtn Growers
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Greenhouse Assistant Grower


 

Catoctin Mtn Growers is looking to add to our team of talented growers. As a company, our mission is to offer plants that enhance lives physically, mentally, and spiritually by making the beauty of creation accessible to everyone. We seek to foster a healthy work environment where our team is appreciated, respected, and well compensated. We strive to build a profitable business that will continue to grow for generations to come.


 

We service large retailers, grocery chains, and landscape companies. Our team of growers are a vital part of our company and are responsible for caring for the plants until they are mature enough to be sold to our customers. An assistant grower is a critical part of an Area Growing Team. The assistant grower is responsible for a designated section of plants and reports directly to the managing Area Grower to complete necessary tasks related to plant care and growth. 



 

Responsibilities

  • Irrigation
  • Chemical application
  • Plant pruning and cleaning
  • Manage and complete daily assignments for your section of greenhouse, assigned by the managing Area Grower
  • Maintain a safe and clean section, for both our plants and our team 
  • Weekend shifts required



 

Required Skills

  • Must speak English
  • Basic understanding of plant biology and treatment chemistry
  • Ability to stay self-motivated to complete tasks and identify work that needs to be done
  • Detail oriented and committed to perfecting each crop that you grow
  • Problem solving attitude when approaching challenges
  • Must be willing to learn from mistakes and have a teachable attitude



 

Recommended Skills

  • Experience in the horticulture industry
  • Bachelor's degree in horticulture, plant biology, or related field
  • A scientific approach to learning and increasing your knowledge of plants and genetics



 

Compensation and Benefits

  • 401k guaranteed contribution of 5%
  • Company wide profit sharing program
  • Health insurance
  • PTO
  • Holiday pay
  • Pay range for this position: $18-25/hour (depending on experience)