Greenhouse Worker

Bonnie Plants LLC - H2A • Knoxville, TN

401d • $26,645 - $35,547 • Onsite

About The Position

The Greenhouse Worker position at Bonnie Plants LLC involves various tasks related to the cultivation and maintenance of vegetable, flower, and herb seedlings. The role requires physical labor in a fast-paced environment, focusing on planting, watering, and caring for plants, as well as operating machinery and maintaining greenhouse facilities.

Requirements

• Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
• Physical strength to push and pull heavy carts and perform manual labor tasks.
• Basic knowledge of plant care and cultivation techniques.

Nice To Haves

• Valid driver's license and doctor's certificate for optional driving duties.
• Experience in greenhouse or nursery work.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate, cut, and transplant vegetable, flower, and herb seedlings and cuttings.
• Plant, spray, weed, and water plants using hand tools and gardening tools.
• Prepare soil and growth media for planting.
• Inspect plants for quality and detect presence of insects or disease.
• Operate tractors and machinery for fertilizing, cultivating, and spraying.
• Apply pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers as needed.
• Haul and spread fill-sand to maintain greenhouse floors.
• Tag trays and assemble trays, pots, and caged pots.
• Push and pull rolling carts weighing between 100 - 460 lbs.
• Load and unload racks and deliver plants to staging/loading areas.
• Maintain and repair nursery buildings and greenhouses.
• Perform nursery sanitation duties including cleaning and maintaining work areas.

Benefits

• Hourly wage of $15.14, with a range of $12.81 - $17.09 per hour based on experience.
• Potential for additional hours for those with a valid driver's license.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed