Farmworker

Job description

Potting, seeding, staking and watering of plants, weeding, pruning, fertilizing and may spray herbicide to kill weeds in and around the greenhouses. Transplant / pot plants. Dig, cut, and transplant seedlings, cuttings, trees and shrubs. Check existing irrigation systems for leaks and clogs. Maintain and repair irrigation and climate control systems. Regulate greenhouse conditions; indoor and outdoor irrigation systems. Feel plant leaves and note any changes to detect the presence of insects or disease and report to Greenhouse supervisor. Move containerized shrubs, plants and trees using wheelbarrows. Tie and bunch plants, shrubs and trees for transport. Load mulch for customers. Bushhog overgrown area behind Greenhouses to extend area for plants. Check plant stalls and repair them. Chop wood and store for winter months to heat greenhouses. Cover greenhouses and check for tears in coverings; seal any tears. Strapped and tie down coverings securely. Open greenhouses in the Spring. Load plants, shrubs and flowers onto plant carts and carry them to customers vehicles. Be able to lift up to 80 lbs. Climb step ladders to reach hanging plants.

Work in extreme weather heat or cold for longs hours.

Work hours and days will vary as during the Fall and Spring peak season, the greenhouses are open 7 days per week. However, each worker will get a mandatory day off each week during the busy season and normal operating schedules.

Special Requirements

Lifting requirements of 10lbs to 80 lbs.

Worker may be subject to random alcohol/ drug testing at the employer's expense. All testing will occur after the worker begins his/her employment and is not a part of the interview process.