100% onsite
 

The hours of this roll will be Monday – Friday; but may require some weekends/holidays as needed.
 

The Client Seed Technology Integration greenhouse is seeking a full-time contract employee for assistance with greenhouse operations.

Education:

• Minimum HS Diploma or GED
• Preferred Associate's/Technical degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Sciences, or related fields

Experience:

• Experience working in the field and greenhouse is desired (Agricultural experience)
• Employee must be detailed oriented, responsible, able to work in hot humid environments, and stand for extended periods of time.

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.