Seasonal Nursery Technician: Field & Greenhouse

Bailey Nurseries Inc.; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Bailey Nurseries is seeking a Seasonal Nursery Worker on Sauvie Island, Oregon to support production, maintenance, harvesting, and shipment preparation. Work is in open fields and controlled structures with a regular schedule and potential peak-season overtime.

Starting pay is $17.25 per hour with overtime after 40 hours. Typical shifts are Monday–Friday, with some variation by weather and market demand; accommodations as needed are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 months of experience in wholesale nursery production and harvesting.
• Ability to understand verbal and/or written work instructions.
• Ability to recognize nursery plant species and varieties.
• Ability to determine grades and quantities for order fulfillment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 60 lbs.
• Applicants must successfully complete a background check paid by the employer; conviction not automatic disqualifier.

Responsibilities

• Duties include planting, pruning, irrigating, fertilizing, weeding, grafting, collecting seeds and cuttings, and preparing plants for transplanting.
• Labeling, packing, loading plants for shipment, and basic quality checks.
• Operate hand tools and equipment; assist with irrigation, inventory, and general maintenance.

Skills

Written/verbal instruction

Plant species recognition

Lift up to 60 lbs

Outdoor work readiness

Job description

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Nursery Worker – Seasonal - Sauvie Island, OR

Domestic Seasonal Laborer Portland, OR, US 1 Attachments

25 days ago Requisition ID: 1129

Location: Sauvie Island, Oregon
FLSA Status: Hourly, Seasonal

Position Summary

Nursery Workers perform a variety of tasks related to the production, maintenance, harvesting, preparation, and distribution of nursery plants. Work is performed in open growing fields and environmentally controlled structures.

Duties may include planting, pruning, irrigating, fertilizing, weeding, grafting, collecting seeds and cuttings, preparing plants for transplanting, grading, labeling, packing, and loading plants for shipment.

Workers may use hand tools and operate equipment and machinery commonly used in a wholesale nursery, including tractors, forklifts, skid steers, front-end loaders, carts, trailers, and other production equipment. Additional responsibilities may include assisting with irrigation systems, inventory, quality control, order fulfillment, and general maintenance of nursery equipment and production areas.

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting pay: $17.25 per hour
• Overtime pay: 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours worked per week
• Bi-weekly pay through direct deposit or payroll card
• Required tools, supplies, and personal protective equipment are provided by the employer at no cost
• Employees accrue Oregon sick time in accordance with applicable law

Work Schedule

• Regular schedule is generally Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, with a mandatory 30-minute unpaid lunch and scheduled breaks
• An alternative regular shift of 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM may also be used
• During peak season, employees may work up to approximately 54 hours per week, including Saturdays
• Daily and weekly schedules may vary based on weather, sunlight, temperature, crop conditions, and market demand
• Additional hours may be offered depending on operational needs

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 months of experience working in a wholesale nursery, performing manual and machine-related nursery production and harvesting tasks
• Ability to understand verbal and/or written work instructions
• Ability to recognize nursery plant species and varieties
• Ability to determine grades and quantities of trees, shrubs, and perennials for order fulfillment
• Ability to lift and carry up to 60 lbs.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
• Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment must successfully complete a background check paid for by the employer. A conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Frequent standing and walking
• Bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, and repetitive movement
• Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 60 lbs.
• Work in open fields and environmentally controlled structures
• Exposure to temperatures ranging from approximately 20°F to over 100°F
• Exposure may include sun, wind, mud, dust, pollen, insects, and plant materials
• Employees must wear required personal protective equipment when applicable and appropriate work clothing and durable footwear

Disclaimer

This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or terms and conditions of employment. The official terms and conditions applicable to this seasonal opportunity are governed by the certified ETA-790/790A Job Order, JO-A-300-26245-212512, and its applicable addenda.

Bailey Nurseries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our HR team.