Native Plant Propagation & Production Specialist

Earthbalance; Arcadia (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Training and professional development

Job summary

EarthBalance is seeking a Nursery Production Specialist to support propagation, potting, irrigation, fertilization, plant health monitoring, inventory, and preparation of plant material for projects and customers.

This hands-on role works with nursery management and team members to maintain healthy plants, ensure timely production, and meet established quality standards through careful scheduling and documentation. Benefits and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Education or coursework in horticulture, plant science, environmental science, agriculture, natural resources, or related field preferred but not required.
• Previous nursery, landscaping, horticulture, agriculture, or plant production experience preferred but not required.
• Interest in learning Florida native plant identification and commercial nursery production.
• Ability to recognize changes in plant health and communicate concerns to management.

Responsibilities

• Assist with propagation and production of native plant species from seeds, cuttings, divisions, liners, etc.
• Perform potting, transplanting, shifting, spacing, pruning and other plant production activities.
• Monitor plant material for health, growth, quality, and readiness.
• Identify and report signs of pests, diseases, nutrient deficiencies, irrigation problems, and other plant health concerns.
• Monitor irrigation systems and assist with adjustments, troubleshooting, and basic repairs.
• Assist with fertilizer applications and plant health treatments according to procedures.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Horticulture/plant science coursework

Job description

EarthBalance is seeking a Nursery Production Specialist to support propagation, potting, irrigation, fertilization, plant health monitoring, inventory, and preparation of plant material for projects and customers.

This hands-on role works with nursery management and team members to maintain healthy plants, ensure timely production, and meet established quality standards through careful scheduling and documentation. Benefits and growth opportunities available.