SM Waterman

South Mill Champs; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

South Mill Champs in Kennett Square, PA, is seeking a full-time mushroom waterer to manage irrigation and hose maintenance across mushroom houses. The role requires handling water systems, PPE, and chemical safety, with tasks including reporting gallons used and assisting in growing operations.

Candidates should be able to lift up to 25 lbs and work comfortably in damp environments. Experience with mushroom watering and a reliable, positive attitude are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in watering for mushrooms.
• Able to read and write.
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Able to work in damp/wet environments.
• Positive attitude and patience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain adequate water pressure.
• Hang hoses when not in use.
• Wash hoses after use and before entering another mushroom house.
• Use PPE and chemicals with proper labeling and safety.
• Use test strips to record concentration and follow procedures.
• Sweep grow areas and move substrate (logs).
• Assist in general growing tasks and document gallons used.

Skills

Experience in watering for mushrooms

Read and write

Lift up to 25 lbs

Damp/wet environment tolerance

Job description

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SM Waterman

MUSHROOM GROWING Full Time Watermen Kennett Square, PA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1802

Position Summary:

This position requires the individual to water houses using chlorine and various chemicals. Must wear Personal Protective Equipment. Carry and drag the hose to each house.

Job Description:

This position performs any/all the following task:

• Maintain adequate water pressure
• Hang hoses when not in use
• Able to wash hoses once done using them and when entering another mushroom house
• Able to use proper PPE and adequate use of chemicals (use boots, long sleeve shirt, and long pants adequate for the work area).
• Able to use chemicals with signal words and never use any containers without proper labeling.
• Use test strips and record concentration and follow all established procedures.
• Sweep empty grow areas and carry boxes of new substrate (logs)
• Assist in general growing tasks as needed, and able to document name and number of gallons used.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Experience in watering for mushrooms.
• A positive attitude and patience.
• Adaptable to varied and challenging agricultural work environments.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to work in a damp / wet environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.