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Section Grower 2

Aurora, OR

The Aurora site opened in 1997, and is located just 30 minutes south of Portland, Oregon in the beautiful Willamette Valley. The site has 37 acres of greenhouse and 3 acres of field space. In 2013, we added a 3-acre State-of-the-art glass greenhouse which has allowed the facility to repurpose 40,000 gallons of water every day helping to reduce our carbon footprint.

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JOB SUMMARY

The Section Grower 2 is responsible for managing greenhouse crops in up to 10 acres within the greenhouse and/or field space, ensuring optimal growth conditions, maintaining high-quality standards, and supporting the department’s overall objectives. This position involves monitoring plant health, coordinating irrigation and nutrition programs, and leading a small team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Monitor and maintain the health, quality, and growth of plants on assigned section.
  • Strong knowledge of PGR’s, specifically regarding, rates, timing, techniques.
  • Follow irrigation, fertilization, and pest control schedules as directed by Assistant Head Growers.
  • Work closely with IPM to maintain crops free of pest and disease.
  • Possess a working knowledge of moisture management.
  • Monitoring greenhouse climate to optimize plant growth.
  • Support leadership with training, and professional growth of the expanding team.
  • Maintain a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
  • Assist with other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

  • Proficient in adhering to cultural guidelines to produce high quality plants.
  • Knowledgeable in pesticide application techniques, equipment, and safety regulations.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities efficiently.
  • Excellent communication skills, in person, verbal and written.
  • Proficiency in Spanish (verbal & written) preferred.
  • Strong computer and Microsoft Office skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in greenhouse or nursery environment, or related field experience.
  • Must obtain a pesticide applicator’s license within 60 days.
  • Experience in leadership or supervising a team preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Flexibility in working hours, holidays and weekend, as required.
  • Work indoors and outdoors, exposure to varying temperatures and humidity levels.
  • Ability to push, carry, pull and lift to 50 pounds.
  • Continuously walk, stand, bend, kneel, squat, and reach overhead for long periods of time.

PAY RANGE

$22.50 - $25.50 per hour

  • $16-$18
  • $22.50-$25.50 Per hour

BENEFITS STATEMENT

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including immediate PTO accrual, Medical, Dental and Vision after 30 days, plus matching 401(k) and Company-Paid LTD after one year.

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Smith Gardens is in the Top 10 Privately Owned Companies in Whatcom County. Our business is growing, so you can find career opportunities that match your goals and fuel your passion. Plus, we promote from within every chance we get!

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Smith Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion,transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process. To make this request please email humanresources@smithgardens.com

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