Greenhouse Technician — Agricultural Research (Contract)

Compunnel Inc.; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Compunnel Inc. seeks a Greenhouse Technician for our Johnston, IA facility on a 12+ month contract.

The role supports daily greenhouse operations and research activities in a safe, compliant environment, with a schedule Monday through Friday 7:30 AM–4:00 PM and rotational weekends/holidays. Responsibilities include daily plant care (pollinating, transplanting, watering, seed handling for corn, soybean, wheat, canola), herbicide application with track sprayer (PAPR required), collecting tissue

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, horticulture, plant sciences, or related field preferred.
• Two or more years of relevant experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to learn internal research software.
• Capability to perform repetitive tasks, stand or sit for extended periods, and lift at least 30 lbs.
• Comfort working in warm, humid greenhouse conditions with year-round pollen exposure.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily plant care, including pollinating, transplanting, watering, and seed handling for corn, soybean, wheat, canola, and other crops.
• Assist with herbicide application via track sprayer to crops, such as corn, soy and Arabidopsis - Elevated respirator (PAPR) protection will be required, training will be provided.
• Collect and prepare plant tissue samples for laboratory analysis, maintaining sample integrity for large volumes.
• Assist with research experiments, data collection, and record-keeping.
• Maintain greenhouse sanitation by disposing of regulated material and waste appropriately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in agriculture/ horticulture/ plant sciences or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Compunnel Inc. seeks a Greenhouse Technician for our Johnston, IA facility on a 12+ month contract.

The role supports daily greenhouse operations and research activities in a safe, compliant environment, with a schedule Monday through Friday 7:30 AM–4:00 PM and rotational weekends/holidays. Responsibilities include daily plant care (pollinating, transplanting, watering, seed handling for corn, soybean, wheat, canola), herbicide application with track sprayer (PAPR required), collecting tissue