Assistant Grower

at  Heritage Farms

Reports To:Head Grower
Days/Hours:Full time, flexibility is required as hours will vary based on the season
Compensation Type:Salary/Compensation to be based on experience

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Grower position is responsible to assist the head grower in the management of crop growing operations for the Greenhouse facility in Staples, Ont. This person is also responsible for the proper care of the greenhouse, including the principles and practices of plant cultivation, propagation, and protection. This position includes the task of supervising employees, to give instructions, to oversee, and coach when necessary.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school or equivalent (Required)
• 1-2 years floor experience in greenhouse (Required)
• Fluent in Both English and Spanish, spoken/written (Required)
• 6 months to 1 year of supervisory experience (Asset)
• General Horticultural courses (Asset)
• Knowledge of Hoogendoorn Climate Controls (Asset)
• Forklift Certification (Asset)
• WHIMS Training
• Legally able to work in Canada

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to identify the plants and their problems (diseases, pests, and others).
• Must be able to assist in the planning, organizing, and/or coordinate activities of workers engaged in propagating, cultivating, and harvesting.
• Strong verbal and analytical skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Must be computer literate in Excel, Word and capable of running greenhouse computerized software.
• Must be willing to work some weekends
• Must have Transportation

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Heavy lifting up to 50 lbs
• Utilizing and pulling a scissor cart
• May spend extended amounts of time on your feet
  Job Type: Full-time
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $55,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Language:

• English (preferred)
• SPANISH (preferred)

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details