Phase II Technician

wwnc; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Walla Walla Nursery Co seeks a Phase II Technician to assist in propagation, rooting, and establishment of young plants through weaning to delivery. The role supports pruning, spacing, weeding, nutrient and irrigation management under supervision.

Strong communication, basic computer and math skills are required; horticulture knowledge is a plus. This full-time seasonal position may involve variable hours and outdoor conditions in Washington state.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Basic computer skills and strong math skills.
• Horticulture knowledge a plus but not required.
• Skills and ability in time management and task prioritization.
• Ability to be self-motivated while paying close attention to detail.
• An adaptive personality with an ability to remain flexible.

Responsibilities

• Assist in propagation phase II up to delivery.
• Prune, weed, space plants and remove diseased shoots.
• Manage irrigation and nutrients as directed.
• Operate automation like iGrow consoles and vents.
• Prepare liners for weaning and record inventory changes.
• Report pests or potential disease to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

High school diploma

Verbal communication

Written communication

Basic computer skills

Strong math skills

Horticulture knowledge

Time management

Self-motivation

Adaptability

Job description

Walla Walla Nursery Co

Phase II Technician Job Description

Job Title: Phase II Technician

Reports To: Phase II Supervisor

Position Status: Full-Time Seasonal

Compensation: $Min - 19.5 (DOE)

General Job Description:

Assists in the execution of propagation phase II: the rooting and establishment of newly stuck young plants (cuttings and TC) through the weaning process up to delivery to the next stage of growing.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Promotes plant health and growth through active pruning, spacing, weeding, removing diseased or unwanted shoots, leaves, and weeds.
• Supports plant health and growth by supplying nutrients and irrigation at a gradual pace either increasing or decreasing needs as determined by genus+species.
• Uses automation to full advantage including but not limited to iGrow consoles, fog machines, booms, side wall and roof vents, bottom heat, etc. under the direction of Phase II Grower
• Prepares liners for weaning or toning by cleaning, consolidating, and transferring to a holding location as instructed
• Carefully documents and reports inventory changes, overall counts, losses, transfers, and plant status changes to Phase II Supervisor on a cutting request form.
• Reports any pests or potential disease found
• Universal Mechanical pruning- hedge trimmer/ trimming machine.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent knowledge
• Strong skills with verbal and written communication
• Basic computer skills and strong math skills
• Horticulture knowledge a plus but not required
• Skills and ability in time management and task prioritization
• Ability to be self-motivated while paying close attention to detail
• An adaptive personality with an ability to remain flexible

Physical Requirements

• Extensive pulling and/or pushing of tools, wheelbarrows, containers, etc.
• Sit and/or walk for extensive periods of time while sorting, picking, examining, weeding, transporting, spacing, pruning, etc.
• Stoop and/or bend over while performing farm balfour such as weeding, irrigating, pruning, spacing, picking, removing debris, etc.
• Performing repetitive movements such as picking, sorting, pruning, shoveling, weeding, etc.
• Lift or load up to 50 pounds
• Fieldwork begins at an assigned time shortly after daylight
• Work may be performed during environmental extremes including but not limited to light rain and in high humidity and in freezing or high temperatures.
• May be required to work when crops are wet with dew/rain and should have suitable clothing for variable weather conditions
• Must be able to walk across uneven terrain.

Professional Mindset:

• Develops a working knowledge and awareness of LEAN principles and actively participates in building a culture of continuous improvement. Strives to ensure workflow processes and stations are set up to minimize waste, improve working conditions and safety, and maximize productivity and value to the customer.
• Demonstrates commitment to learning and upholding company policies including safety and quality standards, and the mission, vision, principles and ethics of WWNC.
• Develops a strong understanding of industry and WWNC quality standards and consistently delivers work that meets or exceeds those standards by following procedures, checking work for accuracy, and promptly addressing defects or issues.
• Takes initiative for personal growth by actively "learning the business", seeking feedback from peers and supervisors, and engaging in relevant educational, training or professional development opportunities.

Other Requirements:

• Due to this position being an agriculture growing position, you may be required to work 7 days a week depending on seasonal growing conditions.
• Must go through annual WPS training

Direct Reports: None

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