Irrigation Craftsmen

Monrovia Plants; Cairo (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and holiday time

20% off wholesale prices on plants

Job summary

Monrovia Plants in Cairo, Georgia, seeks a dedicated individual to manage irrigation schedules and ensure plant care in various weather conditions. Responsibilities include operating irrigation systems, maintaining equipment, and assisting with nighttime security. The ideal candidate possesses basic skills and is a team player, ready to work flexible hours.

Join us for a chance to grow both plants and careers, with benefits such as medical insurance and a 401(k) company match.

Qualifications

• You possess basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• You are punctual and have a willingness to learn new skills.
• You are safety-oriented and can follow verbal and written instructions.
• You enjoy working in a team environment.
• You have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• You can work in inclement weather conditions.
• You can walk through uneven surfaces for long distances.
• You can lift up to 65 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Follow the irrigation schedule to properly water plants.
• Drive to check and repair irrigation systems.
• Manage fertilizer and chlorine injection systems.
• Assist with security at night.

Skills

Basic reading

Writing skills

Math skills

Punctuality

Teamwork

Ability to follow instructions

Valid driver's license

Ability to work in various weather conditions

Job description

At Monrovia, we are dedicated to creating a more beautiful world by selecting and growing plants of superior quality. We know that creating a beautiful garden or landscape is about connecting to the beauty of nature. We use our hearts, minds, and hands to nurture plants for all types of landscapes. Our passion for plants, our use of natural processes, and our years of experience result in plants that enable consumers to achieve a landscape of exceptional beauty and share in the joy that comes from creating healthy living spaces.

What You’ll Do

• You’ll follow the irrigation schedule to ensure plants are properly watered, set up the irrigation timing via the computer, and operate the irrigation systems as necessary.
• You’ll drive throughout the nursery to ensure all irrigation systems are operating properly and will repair equipment and irrigation lines when broken.
• You’ll be responsible for keeping up on fertilizer batch plant and chlorine injection systems and will clean the pump station screens.
• You’ll assist with security at night.

Who You Are

• You possess basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• You are punctual and have a willingness to learn new skills and jobs.
• You are safety‑oriented, detailed, and can follow verbal and written instructions.
• You enjoy working in a team environment and being supportive of co‑workers.
• You have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record as per company guidelines.
• You can work in inclement weather conditions, i.e. hot, cold, and rainy.
• You can walk through uneven, unpaved surfaces over long distances for up to 10 hours per day. You can lift up to 65 pounds on occasion and up to 40 pounds repeatedly. You can stand, bend, squat, reach, pull, push, and lift over your shoulders, with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• You are open to working extended hours on a rotating schedule: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm Friday–Thursday and can work additional hours or a different schedule based on business needs.

How To Apply

• You may apply online.
• Internal candidates may inquire with their coach.

Benefits

• When you participate in our 401(k) plan, you’ll get a company match of up to 4%.
• You will be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• You’ll earn paid vacation and holiday time.
• You’ll be able to purchase Monrovia plants for your own garden at 20% off wholesale prices.
• At Monrovia, we not only grow the most beautiful plants – we also grow careers. Come grow with us.

Monrovia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status.