Greenhouse Production & Facilities Technician

Ball Horticultural Company; Elburn (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, life and long-term di

401k/Profit Sharing Retirement Plan

Paid time off including vacation and H

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ball Horticultural Company is seeking a Plant Production & Facilities Technician to support greenhouse, field, and facility operations. The role covers production tasks, equipment maintenance, pest management, and facility upkeep to ensure high-quality plant material.

You will assist with planting, transplanting, irrigation, and crop movement, while maintaining records and supporting IPM activities. Valid driver's license is required and Illinois pesticide licensing may be pursued after hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in facilities, greenhouse, or equipment maintenance within horticulture, agriculture, or a related environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Illinois Pesticide License or Handler Permit within six months of hire.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts, skid steers, tractors, sprayers, and related equipment or willingness to become certified.
• Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn equipment maintenance and facility repair tasks.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work in varying weather conditions and greenhouse environments throughout the year.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Facility and Equipment Support: Perform routine facility maintenance inspections and repairs, including plumbing, irrigation, carpentry, painting, fabrication, and general upkeep.
• Facility and Equipment Support: Conduct preventative maintenance and assist with repairs of greenhouse systems, irrigation, climate equipment, and facility infrastructure.
• Facility and Equipment Support: Troubleshoot basic mechanical, irrigation, and facility-related issues.
• Facility and Equipment Support: Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment through daily sanitation and housekeeping.
• Facility and Equipment Support: Assist with movement and setup of equipment, materials, furniture, displays, and greenhouse infrastructure.
• Greenhouse and Plant Production: Perform core production tasks including planting, transplanting, propagation, pruning, harvesting, and crop movement.
• Greenhouse and Plant Production: Prepare growing materials such as media, pots, trays, and labels.
• Greenhouse and Plant Production: Support irrigation, fertility management, and greenhouse environmental monitoring.
• Greenhouse and Plant Production: Scout crops for pests, disease, and nutrient issues and report findings.
• Greenhouse and Plant Production: Support IPM activities, biological controls, and pesticide applications as directed.
• Greenhouse and Plant Production: Maintain accurate production records, including crop data, inventory, and measurements.
• Greenhouse and Plant Production: Support breeding, research, and trial programs through plant maintenance.
• Field and Grounds Operations: Support field preparation, planting, irrigation setup, fertilization, spraying, weed control, and harvesting.
• Field and Grounds Operations: Operate and maintain field equipment such as tractors, mowers, forklifts, sprayers, and skid steers.
• Field and Grounds Operations: Maintain grounds through mowing, trimming, landscaping, and general site upkeep.
• Field and Grounds Operations: Assist with seasonal projects, events, and operational support activities.
• Team and Operational Support: Participate in weekend watering and greenhouse monitoring schedules.
• Team and Operational Support: Support seasonal employees and small project teams as needed.
• Team and Operational Support: Communicate updates and issues to supervisors and team members.
• Team and Operational Support: Collaborate with growers, breeders, researchers, and facility teams.
• Team and Operational Support: Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, safety, and crop quality.
• Team and Operational Support: Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Skid steer operation

Tractor operation

Sprayer operation

Irrigation systems

Job description

Ball Horticultural Company is seeking a Plant Production & Facilities Technician to support greenhouse, field, and facility operations. The role covers production tasks, equipment maintenance, pest management, and facility upkeep to ensure high-quality plant material.

You will assist with planting, transplanting, irrigation, and crop movement, while maintaining records and supporting IPM activities. Valid driver's license is required and Illinois pesticide licensing may be pursued after hire.