Browse 2 cannabis jobs in Rapidan, VA in May 2024, at companies like Battlefield Farms Inc., including positions such as Assistant Grower in Perennials, and Assistant Grower in R&D.
More than 30+ days
Salary
From $13.15 an hour
Job Type
Full-time
Full Job Description
Position Title: Perennial Plants Assistant Grower
Department: Horticulture "Growing"
Reports to: Perennial Growing Manager
Category: Non Exempt (Hourly, Agriculture)
Perennial Assistant Grower Summary:
To assist the Perennial Growing Manager in Trials and Experiments and support the Horticulture Department by evaluating new plant products, and develop better practices.
Perennial Growing Assistant Responsibilities:
- Irrigates plants outdoors and indoors. Techniques include watering by hand and operating drip lines, sprinklers and automated irrigation systems.
- Read and interpret Chemical Labels, calculate and mix concentrations for chemical applications, wear personal protective equipment, (gloves, goggles, spray suit, respirator, boots) Record accurate crop and spray records. Follow all OSHA, EPA and safety rules.
- Must visually observe colors and small details to scout for insects and diseases. Record insect populations and track crop height.
- Must bend, lift and move fertilizer bags up to 50 lbs to mix fertilizer and fertilize crops.
- Must wear and carry a backpack sprayer up to 50 lbs. Must pull weeds by hand.
- Clean irrigation equipment, greenhouse and storage areas
- Collect data, use computer and software to record and upload data, save files to appropriate locations on computer or portal.
- Collect samples of soil, water and plant material for testing.
- Transplant trials. Move, carry, pick up and space plants by hand. Dispose of plant materials when directed.
Perennial Assistant Grower Skills:
- Must be knowledgeable of moisture levels
- Operating a Dosotron Chemical Injector, Backpack sprayer, and watering tools.
- Driving an electric cart, carrying rolling carts with shelves loaded with plants. Traveling to several areas of the facility and property, carrying equipment, plants and tools
- Flexibility to work long hours and weekends, adaptability with changing job responsibilities as projects and seasons change.
- Electronic Recordkeeping and competence with Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, Word, and Powerpoint.
- Operating a camera, tablet, computer or smart phone for data collection.
- Observation skills in regards to plant health and identification of insects, diseases and plant pathogens.
Assistant Grower Attributes:
- Hard worker, Active, enjoys Manual labor and being outdoors in all weather conditions
- Good listener, able to follow instructions.
- Excellent verbal and written communication in English.
- Fast learner, passionate about work, results driven
- Strong organization skills
- Self starter
Assistant Grower Experience and Education:
- 3 months work experience in Horticulture, or plant science related field required
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Must be able to obtain a Private Pesticide Applicator Certification from VDACS
- Associates or Bachelor's Degree with major in Horticulture or Plant Science preferred.
Assistant Grower Physical Requirements: Lifting up to 50 lbs. Repetitive motion such as bending, lifting, carrying, reaching overhead. Daily activities include: walking, standing, squatting, climbing ladders, shoveling, repetitive hand movements, operating agricultural equipment. Must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Battlefield Farms is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran’s status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $13.15 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) Matching
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Plan
- Vision Insurance
Schedule:
- 10 Hour Shift
- 8 Hour Shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends
Work Location:
- One location
Company's website:
- www.battlefieldfarms.com
Benefit Conditions:
- Waiting period may apply
- Only full-time employees eligible
Work Remotely:
- No
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
- Personal protective equipment provided or required
- Temperature screenings
- Social distancing guidelines in place
- Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
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Salary
From $13 an hour
Job Type
Full-time
Number of hires for this role
1
Full Job Description
Position Title: Research and Development Assistant Grower
Department: Horticulture "Growing"
Reports to: Research and Development, R&D Manager
Category: Non Exempt (Hourly, Agriculture)
R&D Assistant Grower Summary:
To assist the Research and Development Manager in Trials and Experiments and support the Horticulture Department by evaluating new plant products, and develop better practices.
R&D Assistant Grower Responsibilities:
- Irrigates plants outdoors and indoors. Techniques include watering by hand, installing drips lines and operating automated irrigation systems.
- Read and interpret Chemical Labels, mix concentrations for chemical applications, wear personal protective equipment, (gloves, goggles, spray suit, respirator, boots)
- Must plant in the ground by hand, pull and spray weeds, trim plants in trial garden, maintain garden areas, move fertilizer bags and wear a backpack sprayer up to 50 lbs, with or without accommodation.
- Collect data, take photos with a camera, use computer and software to record and upload data, save files to appropriate locations on computer or portal.
- Collect samples of soil, water and plant material for testing.
- Transplant trials. Move, carry, pick up and space plants by hand. Dispose of plant materials when directed.
R&D Assistant Grower Skills:
- Must be knowledgeable of moisture levels
- Operating a Dosotron Chemical Injector, Backpack sprayer, and watering tools.
- Driving an electric cart, carrying rolling carts with shelves loaded with plants. Traveling to several areas of the facility and property, carrying equipment, plants and tools
- Flexibility to work long hours and weekends, adaptability with changing job responsibilities as projects and seasons change.
- Electronic Recordkeeping and competence with Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, Word, and Powerpoint.
- Operating a camera, tablet, computer or smart phone for data collection.
- Observation skills in regards to plant health and identification of insects, diseases and plant pathogens.
R&D Assistant Grower Attributes:
- Hard worker, Active, enjoys Manual labor
- Good listener, able to follow instructions.
- Excellent verbal and written communication in English.
- Fast learner, passionate about work, results driven
- Strong organization skills
- Self starter
R&D Assistant Grower Experience and Education:
- 3 months work experience in Horticulture, or plant science related field preferred
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Must be able to obtain a Private Pesticide Applicator Certification from VDACS
- Associates or Bachelor's Degree with major in Horticulture or Plant Science preferred.
R&D Assistant Grower Physical Requirements: Lifting up to 50 lbs. Repetitive motion such as bending, lifting, carrying, reaching overhead. Daily activities include: walking, standing, squatting, climbing ladders, shoveling, planting by hand, operating equipment. Must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Battlefield Farms is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran’s status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) Matching
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Plan
- Vision Insurance
Schedule:
- 10 Hour Shift
- 8 Hour Shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends
Work Location:
- One location
Company's website:
- www.battlefieldfarms.com
Benefit Conditions:
- Waiting period may apply
- Only full-time employees eligible
Work Remotely:
- No
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
- Personal protective equipment provided or required
- Temperature screenings
- Social distancing guidelines in place
- Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
Apply for this job with Battlefield Farms Inc.
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