Greenhouse Technician: Hydroponics & Growth Optimization

Brightfarms Inc; Kendall Township (IL); Sur place; USD 38 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Cox Farms in Yorkville, IL is hiring a Full Time Technical position to support greenhouse production of hydroponic greens. You will report to the Head Grower and help manage climate, lighting, nutrient balance, and environmental controls.

Ideal candidate has 2 years’ experience in greenhouse production or related fields and a 2-year degree in horticulture. GMPs, IPM knowledge, and Hoogendoorn/PRIVA experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience in greenhouse production or similar.
• Minimum 2-year degree in horticulture and/or related sciences.
• Experience with GMPs, food safety, and IPM.
• Hoogendoorn or PRIVA experience are a plus.

Responsabilités

• Assist greenhouse production of hydroponic greens at the Yorkville, IL 8-acre greenhouse; reports to Head Grower.
• Manage climate alarms, lighting, and environmental controls per Ag team; troubleshoot with guidance.
• Maintain set points, nutrient balance, pH, temperature, aeration, sanitation, and irrigation in hydroponic gutters.
• Assist with crop scouting for disease, nutrients, pests, yield impacts; complete daily checklists and maintenance; report findings.
• Ensure greenhouse is free of pests and disease using IDPM protocols.
• Collaborate with Head Grower, Grower, and Apprentice Grower to track R&D and optimize yields.
• Support Head Grower and General Manager; keep greenhouse neat and orderly.

Connaissances

Greenhouse production

Climate control

Pest management

Formation

2-year degree in horticulture or related sciences

Outils

GMPs

IPM

Hoogendoorn

PRIVA

Description du poste

Cox Farms in Yorkville, IL is hiring a Full Time Technical position to support greenhouse production of hydroponic greens. You will report to the Head Grower and help manage climate, lighting, nutrient balance, and environmental controls.

Ideal candidate has 2 years’ experience in greenhouse production or related fields and a 2-year degree in horticulture. GMPs, IPM knowledge, and Hoogendoorn/PRIVA experience are a plus.