Assistant Grower: Greenhouse Production & Plant Care

Van-Hoekelen-Greenhouses,-Inc.; McAdoo (PA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Job summary

van Hoekelen Greenhouses is seeking a dependable Assistant Grower to support the Head Grower in managing greenhouse crops, including variety selection, planting, yield, and production planning. The role covers plant health, environment control, and record-keeping in a modern facility.

Applicants with a pesticide license or commercial growing experience are a plus. The position is based in McAdoo, PA, with a focus on safety and reliable, hands-on work in a growing operation.

Qualifications

• Experience in greenhouse operations preferred.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and procedures.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new growing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Discusses plant growing activities with Head Grower that are consistent with planned production schedules
• Helps to monitor growing conditions.
• Helps to inspect crop development and monitors pests and/or disease to maintain the company’s quality standards
• Assists in application of fertilizers, plant growth regulators, and pesticides as directed
• Maintains records of growing and production techniques for future review.
• Learns and maintains a current knowledge of growing techniques and technologies
• Assists the Grower and performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Plant handling

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

van Hoekelen Greenhouses is seeking a dependable Assistant Grower to support the Head Grower in managing greenhouse crops, including variety selection, planting, yield, and production planning. The role covers plant health, environment control, and record-keeping in a modern facility.

Applicants with a pesticide license or commercial growing experience are a plus. The position is based in McAdoo, PA, with a focus on safety and reliable, hands-on work in a growing operation.