Greenhouse Technician: Plant Sampling & Care (Onsite)

Stefanini North America and APAC; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Stefanini Group in Memphis is seeking a Greenhouse Technician to support greenhouse and headhouse operations on site at Memphis, TN. This 12-month assignment will involve sampling, plant care, and assisting in maintaining optimal growth conditions for engineered cotton seedlings.

You will work with a team in a hot environment, stand for long periods, and report to the supervisor. HS diploma or GED required; Bachelor's preferred; prior greenhouse/ horticulture experience is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Minimum HS Diploma or GED; Bachelor's is preferred.
• Entry level experience in greenhouse, landscaping, horticulture, gardening.

Responsibilities

• Greenhouse Technician, Plant Sampling & Maintenance Work Environment: Greenhouse and Headhouse
• Sampling genetically engineered plant tissue for DNA and Protein testing in search of desired traits.
• Planting engineered cotton seeds and maintaining suitable conditions for proper growth.
• Preparing buffer solution to extract protein from cotton leaf.
• Assisting in plant selection, transplanting, plant placement, and plant care.
• Candidates must work very well with others, pay attention to detail, and be able to stand for long periods of time.

Education

Minimum HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Stefanini Group in Memphis is seeking a Greenhouse Technician to support greenhouse and headhouse operations on site at Memphis, TN. This 12-month assignment will involve sampling, plant care, and assisting in maintaining optimal growth conditions for engineered cotton seedlings.

You will work with a team in a hot environment, stand for long periods, and report to the supervisor. HS diploma or GED required; Bachelor's preferred; prior greenhouse/ horticulture experience is beneficial.