Greenhouse Grower


Catoctin Mtn Growers
8051 Sixes Bridge Rd
Detour, MD 21757
United States

Category
Industry
Horticulture
Manages Others
No
Experience Required
No
Degree Required
No
Pay
From $20.00 To $25.00
Per Hour
Employment Type
Employee
Work Schedule
Full-Time
Travel
No Travel

Job Description

We are a modern automated wholesale greenhouse located in beautiful central Maryland. We are searching for a highly motivated individual to assist in the growing of quality bedding plants, fall crops and poinsettias. The ideal candidate must have a good work ethic, a passion for growing quality plants and be a team player. Weekend flexibility is required. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefit package and great work environment. 

Key responsibilities for the Section Grower include but are not limited to:

·       Irrigation of crops with proper techniques and timings.

·       Ensure that all critical cultural tasks are completed on time.

·       IPM scouting for pests and disease.

·       Pest and disease control applications – chemical and biological controls.

·       Maintain records of all chemical applications crop movements in area.

·       Ensure that growing areas are clean and sanitized prior to use.

·       Other task and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Job Requirements
Key requirements:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong growing and technical skills.
• Willingness to work flexible days, Saturdays and Sundays as needed.
• Self-directed with high organizational skills & ability to multi-task.
• Skilled in problem solving.
• Flexibility & willingness to learn.