Grower

Bevo Farms Ltd • Medicine Hat, AB

1d • CA$28 - CA$30 • Onsite

About The Position

Bevo Farms Ltd. is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Grower to support greenhouse production operations at our Medicine Hat, AB location. This role is essential to maintaining plant health, production efficiency, and quality standards in a large-scale greenhouse environment.

Requirements

• Completion of a college diploma or certificate in horticulture, agriculture, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in agriculture, greenhouse or crop management is required
• Experience with greenhouse production and management including the ability to coordinate and supervise operational tasks, planning, and crew supervision.
• Knowledge of plant care, pest management, and environmental control systems
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends during peak seasons
• Proficient in Office 365 applications
• Proficient in data entry and management
• Excellent organizational, time-management, leadership and administrative skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities
• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must possess reliable transportation and driving license

Nice To Haves

• Spanish is an asset

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement procedures, in coordination with the Operations Manager and Grower, for all aspects of crop production including seeding, preparation, sticking, pruning, fertilizing, irrigation, lighting, and temperature control
• Monitor crops and greenhouse systems to ensure optimal growing conditions, including equipment uses, space allocation, and facility management
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on greenhouse equipment, or coordinate with trades personnel as required
• Conduct detailed crop inspections to identify issues related to plant health, pests, diseases, and growth patterns
• Apply plant growth regulators when necessary to address growth concerns
• Inspect crops for pests and fungal issues and implement preventive or corrective measures
• Train and support greenhouse staff to ensure proper execution of tasks and development of operational backups
• Maintain accurate production records and review corrective actions with Operations Manager and other Grower
• Collaborate with the Greenhouse Supervisor to plan staffing levels, assign tasks, and support workforce productivity and safety
• Maintain detailed logs related to climate control, irrigation cycles, spraying, and biological controls
• Ensure high standards of hygiene, sanitation, and housekeeping throughout the facility
• Promote and enforce safe work practices in compliance with WorkSafeAB regulations
• Take immediate corrective action to address unsafe or improper work practices
• Perform labour management related tasks, administrative tasks as required by the manager.
• The Employee may be required from time to time to perform other duties within other areas of the company which the Employer may reasonably expect the employee to perform as the needs of the employer dictate.

Benefits

• 4% vacation pay (or 10 days of paid vacation annually) – After successful completion of probationary period
• Comprehensive benefits package (Extended Healthcare, Dental Care etc.) and wellness spending – After successful completion of probationary period
• RRSP Contributions after one year of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree