Grower 1
Core
Full-time nursery grower responsible for managing forest seedling crops, operating environmental control systems, and supervising seasonal workers at a physical production site.
Role type
Junior IC nursery grower (physical/clinical work)
Builds
Forest seedling crops for reforestation and sustainable forestry clients
Domain
Forestry + Horticulture
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Greenhouse/nursery crop management, Irrigation system operation, Climate control system management, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) application, Record keeping, Equipment maintenance, Team supervision, Physical stamina (lifting 50 lbs, climbing, stooping)
Preferred skills
Pesticide Applicator Certificate, Horticulture degree, Forest seedling nursery experience
Technologies
Argus Environmental Control System, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Responsibilities
Implement water and fertilization programs based on crop prescriptions, Monitor seedling growth via morphological measurements and tissue analysis, Conduct insect and disease inspections and implement control methods, Supervise and train seasonal irrigation employees, Maintain accurate computerized records, Perform basic maintenance on greenhouse and irrigation equipment, Provide feedback on growing programs to the Production Manager
Seniority
Junior, hands-on IC
