What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grower position at Premium Processing?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Grower to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for outdoor work and a strong understanding of plant care and cultivation. This role involves hands-on responsibilities in various growing environments, including greenhouses and outdoor landscapes, ensuring optimal growth and health of plants.
Duties
- Cultivate and maintain a variety of plants, ensuring proper growth conditions.
- Identify different plant species and assess their health and needs.
- Implement irrigation systems to provide adequate water supply to crops.
- Perform regular maintenance tasks including watering, fertilizing, and pruning.
- Utilize basic math skills for measuring soil amendments and calculating nutrient ratios.
- Operate mechanical equipment for planting, harvesting, and maintaining crops.
- Engage in heavy lifting as required for planting and transporting materials.
- Monitor environmental conditions within greenhouses to optimize plant growth.
Experience
- Previous experience in outdoor work or farming is preferred.
- Familiarity with plant identification and horticultural practices is essential.
- Knowledge of greenhouse operations and landscape management is a plus.
- Mechanical knowledge to operate farming equipment effectively is beneficial.
- Ability to perform physical tasks including heavy lifting and prolonged standing.
Join us in nurturing the growth of our plants while contributing to sustainable agricultural practices. Your expertise will play a vital role in our commitment to quality cultivation.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Commute:
- Buckfield, ME 04220 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $30