Propagation Technician Hands-On Nursery Growth

Posted 5 days ago

johnson nurseryBrooklyn (NY)

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse Nursery and Tree Production

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About the role

Description: Resumes are required. Blank resumes will not be considered. We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Nursery Propagation Specialist to join our propagation team at a 100-acre plant nursery in Willard, NC. This position is hands-on and primarily indoors but also requires some outdoor work. The successful candidate will assist the propagation crew with the production and care of plants while helping with a variety of general nursery and property-management tasks. The ideal candidate enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in quality work, and is comfortable performing physically demanding tasks in a fast-paced nursery environment. The propagation department is scheduled to work from 7:30am-4:00pm with a 30 minute lunch and occassional Saturday work.

Summer hours are 6:30am-3:00pm with a 30 minute lunch

What We’re Looking For: We are looking for someone who is reliable, hardworking, motivated, and eager to learn. Experience with plant propagation or nursery production is a plus, but we are willing to train the right person. If you enjoy working with plants and want to be part of a team producing high-quality plants, we encourage you to apply. Apply today to join our nursery production team!

Requirements

Responsibilities: Assist the propagation crew with daily plant propagation activities. Use hand shears to trim and cut plant material; this task will comprise the majority of the workday. Work outdoors in varying weather conditions. Fill flats and containers with soil and growing media. Move and organize flats, trays, and plants throughout the nursery. Weed, fertilize, water, and maintain plants as needed. Assist with plant production and general nursery operations. Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas. Help with general property maintenance and upkeep. Follow proper plant-care, propagation, and workplace safety procedures. Perform other duties as needed to support nursery production and operations. Learn to safely operate tractors and other nursery equipment through employer-provided training, as needed to support nursery production and property maintenance tasks.

Qualifications: Previous nursery, horticulture, landscaping, agriculture, or plant-production experience is preferred but not required. Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in heat, cold, humidity, and other weather conditions. Must be able to perform repetitive hand movements while using hand shears for extended periods. Ability to perform physical tasks, including standing, walking, bending, lifting, and repetitive work throughout the day. Ability to lift and move flats, trays, soil, and plants. Dependable, punctual, and willing to learn. Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality plants. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. A positive attitude and strong work ethic are essential.

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