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Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all aspects of our 73-acre farm and greenhouses in Cheshire CT.
• Select, plant, and harvest crops.
• Able to identify bugs, diseases, weeds, and pest issues along with analyzing soil conditions.
• Devising strategies for harvesting.
• Maintain farm facilities and equipment including greenhouses, water pipes, hoses, fences, etc.
• Managing farming activities and schedules.
• Hire, train and oversee workers.
• Adapt their duties to the seasons, weather conditions, and crop’s growing cycle.
• Supervise all steps of the crop production, including planting, fertilizing, thinning, weeding, staking, pruning and harvesting.
• Implement and enforce safety standards for both worker and food safety.
• Able to comply with all government regulations and laws.
• Select, purchase and maintain supplies, such as seed, fertilizers, pesticides and farm machinery.
• Keep financial, tax, production, and employee records
• Create budget/financial plan and forecast yields along with expenses.

Requirements / Skills / Qualifications

• Previous experience in the farming and greenhouse industry.
• Valid license to operate heavy farm machinery and equipment.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Problem solver, able to multitask.
• Strong time management skills.
• Must be physically fit and able to perform manual labor.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Knowledge of farming best practices.
• Bi-lingual
• Able to work long hours/days including weekends and holidays.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36,732.93 - $128,621.93 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cheshire, CT 06410: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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Welcome to Blue Grass Farms! We are a family-owned wholesale-only nursery located in Anderson, Indiana (25 miles northeast of Indianapolis). We offer a wide variety of nursery stock grown on over 950 acres in field production and 150,000 sq ft of greenhouse facilities which include trees, shrubs, and perennials. We believe it takes each member of our team working together to achieve our goals.
We’re hiring a Greenhouse Grower – Production Manager to join our team. In this role you will be responsible managing our team and overseeing planning, planting, fertilizing, spraying, and maintaining all nursery products including trees, shrubs, perennials, and more. We offer a competitive salary based on experience, health, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation, 401K, and bonuses. What you will be doing: Overseeing and assisting with planning, planting, fertilizing, spraying, maintenance, and pruning of all nursery products.
Identifying disease and perform proper pest control solutions. Managing a crew of 8-10 employees. Maintain an on-hand inventory that offers the best year-round availability in the area. What we’re looking for: Prior experience in horticulture, agriculture, or greenhouse growing with perennials, annuals, ornamental grasses, and greenhouse operations.
Excellent time management and organizational skills. Effective communication skills, both written and oral. Ability to work well individually and in a team setting. Willingness to work occasional weekends and holidays.

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Blue Grass Farms is a large wholesale nursery located in Anderson, Indiana. They are looking to hire an experienced Greenhouse/Perennial Grower and Production Manager. Competitive salary and benefits. The company will pay for relocation expenses.

Role and Responsibilities

· Must be experienced in perennials, annuals, ornamental grasses, and greenhouse operations

· Responsible for planning, planting, fertilizing, spraying, maintenance and pruning of all products

· Must be knowledgeable about disease/pest control and able to identify both

· Responsible for managing a crew of 8-10 employees

· Excellent time management and organizational skills

· Effective communication skills, both written and oral

· Ability to work in a team and independently

Willingness to work occasional weekends and Holidays

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Anderson, IN 46013: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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Emerald Flora is a wholesale greenhouse business looking for a self-motivated hands-on individual that has experience with growing flowering and vegetable plants and capable of coordinating tasks and managing employees. This is a full time year round job in charge of daily operations. The farm business is seasonal and so are the job duties.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
We follow government mandates.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Manorville, NY 11949: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• greenhouse plant care: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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McNamara at Sand Point has 2 acres of production greenhouses, retail florist and gift shop, as well as retail garden center and wholesale plant business. In addition to wholesale customers, this location supplies plants and flowers to all of our Indianapolis area stores. The Greenhouse Manager and Assistant Grower heads the responsibility for the success and efficiency of these growing operations.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Responsible for the day to day activities that provide the means of producing quality, salable plant products.
• The Manager is responsible for the efficient time management of assigned crews and sets and maintains the pace and quality of work within the daily job assignment.
• Responsible for communicating the crews’ daily activities and progress and tasks completed and work hand in hand with the Head Grower.
• The Manager assists the Head Grower in monitoring and acting upon crop and grounds needs such as water, plant and site weeding needs, insect and disease issues, plant spacing, mechanical and chemical growth control needs, plant fertilization, scouting and application of both pre- and post-herbicide.
• Responsible for the monitoring of all facilities in the growing areas and to report any existing or potential repair issues to the Owner.
• Responsible for the proper unloading and placement of new plant material under the guidance of the Head Grower.
• Responsible for the upkeep, organization, and inventory control of all hand tools and vehicles used in the job function.

PHYSICAL and other requirements: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. - Able to be on feet and do lots of walking, very physical job - Able to tolerate environmental conditions (heat and cold and wet and dirty) -Commercial growing experience or equivalent education. Fast paced working environment - Repeatedly lift moderately heavy loads up to 50 lbs - Ability to bend, reach, kneel, squat - Able to push/pull heavy loads

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Fort Wayne, IN: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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Job detailsSalary$50,000 - $75,000 a yearJob TypeFull-timeNumber of hires for this role1Qualifications

• • US work authorization (Required)

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

  • Greenhouse Production: 2 years (Preferred)

  • Virginia Pesticide Applicator’s License (Preferred)

Full Job Description

Senior Grower/Production Manager

Description

Milmont Greenhouses provides the Shenandoah Valley and Central Virginia customers with an extensive array of skillfully nurtured plants and gardening supplies. Most of the plants we sell are grown on site and sold in our year-round garden center. We are looking for a motivated and skilled individual to join our management team as the Senior Grower/Production Manager.

The potential candidate should be a highly collaborative team member who will put Milmont's mission first and help to deliver remarkable experiences to our customers. The Senior Grower/Production Manager is responsible for producing high quality annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables, hanging baskets and potted plants. Our growing facilities include 24 greenhouses totaling 58,000 sq. ft. and over 1.5 acres of outdoor growing area.

We welcome applicants who reflect the mission, vision and values of our work-place.

Examples of Important Duties

• Assist with coordinating a complex schedule of crop production for retail and wholesale sales, special orders, and outdoor seasonal landscaping.
• Produce all seasonal annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables, hanging baskets and potted plants.
• Monitor and control greenhouse temperatures, humidity, soil fertility and moisture levels.
• Receive seed, plug and herbaceous for production.
• Specify materials and supplies to support production operations and oversee ordering and receiving.
• Use IPM practices to identify, monitor and manage pests, diseases and weeds.
• Assist and make recommendations on maintaining a yearly biological control program.
• Maintain a clean and orderly growing environment.
• Direct and guide production area staff, seasonal staff, volunteers and interns throughout the year.
• Update General Manager and Sales Managers continuously on crop status.
• Maintain accurate records, files and inventories for plant propagation, plant labels, grow lights, crop production, pesticide applications.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient knowledge of plant identification, greenhouse control systems, plant cultural requirements, and disease/pest recognition.
• Broad growing knowledge of diverse plant material.
• Demonstrated skill in all areas of crop production.
• Ability to use hand tools and power equipment safely.
• Willingness to share horticultural knowledge with customers and staff in informal settings and through formally scheduled programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including use of Microsoft Office suite and other specialized programs.
• Ability to plan and direct the work of production area staff, seasonal staff, volunteers, and interns.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lifting objects regularly (up to 35 lbs.).
• Use arms, hands and fingers repetitively to cut and manipulate small objects.
• Work in all weather conditions.
• Willing to work six days (Mon-Sat) and 50+ hours per week during peak seasons and assisting with special events.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $36.00 per hour ($49,920- $74,880)

Benefits:

· Paid Vacation

· Paid Holidays

Experience:

· Greenhouse: 2 years (Required)

· Fruit and or vegetable: 2 years (Preferred)

· Plant Production: 3 years (Required)

Education:

· Degree in Agriculture or Horticulture (Preferred)

License:

· Driver's License (Required)

· State Agriculture pesticide applicator's certification within six months of appointment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Greenhouse Production: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Virginia Pesticide Applicator’s License (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

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Job details
Salary
$15 - $25 an hour
Job Type
Full-time
Number of hires for this role
1
Qualifications

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  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

  
  

Full Job Description

In this position you will be expected to do the following; Oversee inventory of plants. Plan species to be planted/ordered in conjunction with holidays, climate, time of year. Be knowledgeable about the stages of plant life and diseases that may occur. Make recommendations to customers on plants, fertilizer and potting mediums. Effectively manage greenhouse equipment and controls. Explore ways to improve processes for more efficient growth and harvest yields. Ensure that operation is compliant with environmental regulations.

Experience with planning, organizing, and coordinating propagation, cultivating, and harvesting horticultural specialties, such as trees, shrubs, flowers, and other plants is preferred.

In-Season, weekends are a MUST.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail

Work Remotely:

• No

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Senior Grower/Production Manager

Milmont Greenhouses provides the Shenandoah Valley and Central Virginia customers with an extensive array of skillfully nurtured plants and gardening supplies. Most of the plants we sell are grown on site and sold in our year-round garden center. We are looking for a motivated and skilled individual to join our management team as the Senior Grower/Production Manager.

The potential candidate should be a highly collaborative team member who will put Milmont's mission first and help to deliver remarkable experiences to our customers. The Senior Grower/Production Manager is responsible for producing high quality annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables, hanging baskets and potted plants. Our growing facilities include 24 greenhouses totaling 58,000 sq. ft and over 1.5 acres of outdoor growing area.

We welcome applicants who reflect the mission, vision and values of our work-place.

Examples of Important Duties

• Assist with coordinating a complex schedule of crop production for retail and wholesale sales, special orders, and outdoor seasonal landscaping.
• Produce all seasonal annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables, hanging baskets and potted plants.
• Monitor and control greenhouse temperatures, humidity, soil fertility and moisture levels.
• Receive seed, plug and herbaceous for production.
• Specify materials and supplies to support production operations and oversee ordering and receiving.
• Use IPM practices to identify, monitor and manage pests, diseases and weeds.
• Assist and make recommendations on maintaining a yearly biological control program.
• Maintain a clean and orderly growing environment.
• Direct and guide production area staff, seasonal staff, volunteers and interns throughout the year.
• Update General Manager and Sales Managers continuously on crop status.
• Maintain accurate records, files and inventories for plant propagation, plant labels, grow lights, crop production, pesticide applications.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient knowledge of plant identification, greenhouse control systems, plant cultural requirements, and disease/pest recognition.
• Broad growing knowledge of diverse plant material.
• Demonstrated skill in all areas of crop production.
• Ability to use hand tools and power equipment safely.
• Willingness to share horticultural knowledge with customers and staff in informal settings and through formally scheduled programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including use of Microsoft Office suite and other specialized programs.
• Ability to plan and direct the work of production area staff, seasonal staff, volunteers, and interns.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lifting objects regularly (up to 35 lbs.).
• Use arms, hands and fingers repetitively to cut and manipulate small objects.
• Work in all weather conditions.
• Willing to work six days (Mon-Sat) and 50+ hours per week during peak seasons and assisting with special events.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 DOE + bonus

Benefits:

· Paid Vacation

· Paid Holidays

Experience:

· Greenhouse: 2 years (Required)

· Fruit and or vegetable: 2 years (Preferred)

· Plant Production: 3 years (Required)

Education:

· Degree in Agriculture or Horticulture (Preferred)

License:

· Driver's License (Required)

· State Agriculture pesticide applicator's certification within six months of appointment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Work Location:

• One location

Company's website:

• http://www.milmont.com

Company's Facebook page:

• https://www.facebook.com/MilmontVA

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No

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Potomac Farms Nursery (PFN) in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, is seeking a full-time Greenhouse Grower and Manager. PFN sits on just over an acre of land in the heart of Shepherdstown. The nursery has been family owned and operated since 1984 and specializes in retail products to include a variety of annuals, perennials, woody stem plants as well as gardening and landscaping materials.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Day-to-day management of the business and have experience in creating and following the production plan to include ordering of materials in preparation for sale at our retail site as well as oversee the greenhouse staff.
• Work to ensure the business has the best team possible. This includes forecasting, scheduling, hiring, training, and evaluating and developing employees.
• Ensure the safety of employees through compliance with Environmental and Health and Safety regulations and maintaining an attitude that all incidents are preventable.
• Plan and manage the varieties and quantities of annuals/perennials indicated on the production plan on a schedule that provides a continuous supply of product available for sale.
• Ensure excellent heath and growth of plants including proper watering, fertilization, pruning, spacing, spraying, integrated pest management (IPM), and temperature control.
• Management of goods, materials, supplies and equipment are properly utilized and maintained.

Requirements:

• Highly motivated, self-starter with excellent communication and leadership skills
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory and nursery industry/horticulture experience.
• Practical experience and knowledge in plant cultivation and identification.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and production/inventory management systems
• Pesticide Applicator’s Certificate
• Available to work evenings, weekends and holidays, as well as, able to work physically in a role requiring extended periods of time standing, walking, bending and reaching in a wide range of weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, windy)

Potomac Farms Nursery offers:

• A competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Opportunities for bonuses and commissions based on a percentage of annual sales. Average annual sales are $700,000.
• Supported education and training opportunities

Interested and qualified candidates must send a resume and cover letter to include salary requirements. Phone calls will NOT be accepted. Send resume and cover letter to: Hiring Manager; Potomac Farms Nursery; PO Box 579; Shepherdstown, Wva 25443

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $51,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay

Work Location:

• One location

Company's website:

• potomacfarmsnursery.com

Company's Facebook page:

• Potomac Farms Nursery

Work Remotely:

• No

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Senior Grower/Production Manager

Milmont Greenhouses provides the Shenandoah Valley and Central Virginia customers with an extensive array of skillfully nurtured plants and gardening supplies. Most of the plants we sell are grown on site and sold in our year-round garden center. We are looking for a motivated and skilled individual to join our management team as the Senior Grower/Production Manager.

The potential candidate should be a highly collaborative team member who will put Milmont's mission first and help to deliver remarkable experiences to our customers. The Senior Grower/Production Manager is responsible for producing high quality annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables, hanging baskets and potted plants. Our growing facilities include 24 greenhouses totaling 58,000 sq. ft and over 1.5 acres of outdoor growing area.

We welcome applicants who reflect the mission, vision and values of our work-place.

Examples of Important Duties

• Assist with coordinating a complex schedule of crop production for retail and wholesale sales, special orders, and outdoor seasonal landscaping.
• Produce all seasonal annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables, hanging baskets and potted plants.
• Monitor and control greenhouse temperatures, humidity, soil fertility and moisture levels.
• Receive seed, plug and herbaceous for production.
• Specify materials and supplies to support production operations and oversee ordering and receiving.
• Use IPM practices to identify, monitor and manage pests, diseases and weeds.
• Assist and make recommendations on maintaining a yearly biological control program.
• Maintain a clean and orderly growing environment.
• Direct and guide production area staff, seasonal staff, volunteers and interns throughout the year.
• Update General Manager and Sales Managers continuously on crop status.
• Maintain accurate records, files and inventories for plant propagation, plant labels, grow lights, crop production, pesticide applications.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient knowledge of plant identification, greenhouse control systems, plant cultural requirements, and disease/pest recognition.
• Broad growing knowledge of diverse plant material.
• Demonstrated skill in all areas of crop production.
• Ability to use hand tools and power equipment safely.
• Willingness to share horticultural knowledge with customers and staff in informal settings and through formally scheduled programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including use of Microsoft Office suite and other specialized programs.
• Ability to plan and direct the work of production area staff, seasonal staff, volunteers, and interns.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lifting objects regularly (up to 35 lbs.).
• Use arms, hands and fingers repetitively to cut and manipulate small objects.
• Work in all weather conditions.
• Willing to work six days (Mon-Sat) and 50+ hours per week during peak seasons and assisting with special events.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $52,000.00 + bonus

Benefits:

· Paid Vacation

· Paid Holidays

Experience:

· Greenhouse: 2 years (Required)

· Fruit and or vegetable: 2 years (Preferred)

· Plant Production: 3 years (Required)

Education:

· Degree in Agriculture or Horticulture (Preferred)

License:

· Driver's License (Required)

· State Agriculture pesticide applicator's certification within six months of appointment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Company's website:

• http://www.milmont.com

Company's Facebook page:

• https://www.facebook.com/MilmontVA

Work Remotely:

• No

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Greenhouse Grower/ Manager

Full Time Seasonal (February-October) for a small family owned greenhouse and nursery garden center in New Castle Colorado.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the greenhouse growing operations including irrigation, fertilizer and chemical mixing and application, insect and disease management, and crop timing. Develop and implement production plan. Train and supervise greenhouse staff. Provide outstanding customer service. Maintain a safe and clean work environment. Housing on the farm is possible.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of greenhouse systems
• Knowledge of horticultural plants, practices and insect identification.
• Good communication and leadership skills
• Ability to speak Spanish is nice but not required.
• Brings a positive attitude and good work environment

Send Resumes and cover letters to [email protected]

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Senior Grower/Production Manager

Milmont Greenhouses provides the Shenandoah Valley and Central Virginia customers with an extensive array of skillfully nurtured plants and gardening supplies. Most of the plants we sell are grown on site and sold in our year-round garden center. We are looking for a motivated and skilled individual to join our management team as the Senior Grower/Production Manager.

The potential candidate should be a highly collaborative team member who will put Milmont's mission first and help to deliver remarkable experiences to our customers. The Senior Grower/Production Manager is responsible for producing high quality annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables, hanging baskets and potted plants. Our growing facilities include 24 greenhouses totaling 58,000 sq. ft and over 1.5 acres of outdoor growing area.

We welcome applicants who reflect the mission, vision and values of our work-place.

Examples of Important Duties

• Assist with coordinating a complex schedule of crop production for retail and wholesale sales, special orders, and outdoor seasonal landscaping.
• Produce all seasonal annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables, hanging baskets and potted plants.
• Monitor and control greenhouse temperatures, humidity, soil fertility and moisture levels.
• Receive seed, plug and herbaceous for production.
• Specify materials and supplies to support production operations and oversee ordering and receiving.
• Use IPM practices to identify, monitor and manage pests, diseases and weeds.
• Assist and make recommendations on maintaining a yearly biological control program.
• Maintain a clean and orderly growing environment.
• Direct and guide production area staff, seasonal staff, volunteers and interns throughout the year.
• Update General Manager and Sales Managers continuously on crop status.
• Maintain accurate records, files and inventories for plant propagation, plant labels, grow lights, crop production, pesticide applications.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient knowledge of plant identification, greenhouse control systems, plant cultural requirements, and disease/pest recognition.
• Broad growing knowledge of diverse plant material.
• Demonstrated skill in all areas of crop production.
• Ability to use hand tools and power equipment safely.
• Willingness to share horticultural knowledge with customers and staff in informal settings and through formally scheduled programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including use of Microsoft Office suite and other specialized programs.
• Ability to plan and direct the work of production area staff, seasonal staff, volunteers, and interns.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lifting objects regularly (up to 35 lbs.).
• Use arms, hands and fingers repetitively to cut and manipulate small objects.
• Work in all weather conditions.
• Willing to work six days (Mon-Sat) and 50+ hours per week during peak seasons and assisting with special events.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 DOE + bonus

Benefits:

· Paid Vacation

· Paid Holidays

Experience:

· Greenhouse: 2 years (Required)

· Fruit and or vegetable: 2 years (Preferred)

· Plant Production: 3 years (Required)

Education:

· Degree in Agriculture or Horticulture (Preferred)

License:

· Driver's License (Required)

· State Agriculture pesticide applicator's certification within six months of appointment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location:

• One location

Company's website:

• http://www.milmont.com

Company's Facebook page:

• https://www.facebook.com/MilmontVA

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No

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