Grower Helper

GREEN CIRCLE GROWERS INC • Oberlin, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Grower Helper plays a key supporting role in the successful cultivation of plants within our greenhouse facilities. Working under the guidance of the Growing team, the Grower Helper assists in daily crop care, environmental monitoring, irrigation, pest control, and other tasks essential to healthy plant production.

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED or other relevant experience
• Willing and able to work overtime and weekends based on operational needs
• Consistently follows all safety policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure a safe work environment
• Demonstrates strong flexibility and adaptability in response to a fast-paced work environment with shifting priorities
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively
• Plant/Production facility, occasionally outside, or in-store; Possible extreme heat/cold dependent on season
• Continuously requires ability to follow verbal and/or written direction
• Frequently requires walking, lifting (up to 50lbs), carrying, reaching, kneeling, pushing/pulling (up to 200lbs), bending, and crouching
• Occasionally requires sitting, standing, fine dexterity, climbing and handling
• May require ability to operate machinery, drive vehicles (truck, car, van, tug, forklift) or use equipment such as hand tools, computers, or general business equipment

Nice To Haves

• Greenhouse or nursery experience preferred
• CDL license or tug/forklift certification may be required

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the Growing team to ensure daily greenhouse operations and assigned tasks are completed efficiently and on schedule
• Space and organize pots, trays, and plant materials to promote optimal growth
• Move and position growing tables as directed
• Operate electric carts safely and responsibly to support daily greenhouse activities
• Assist with mixing and applying fertilizer according to established guidelines
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas including sweeping and hosing floors
• Empty trash receptacles and ensure proper disposal of waste
• Perform light maintenance tasks as needed
• All other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED