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Assistant Grower
Saint Paul, OR, US
Scientific
High School or equivalent
Full Time, Temp to Hire
Entry Level
On-site
Agriculture/Forestry/Fishing
First Shift (Day)
Saint Paul, OR, US
Entry Level
Full Time, Temp to Hire
Agriculture/Forestry/Fishing
On-site
Scientific
High School or equivalent
First Shift (Day)
Job details
Assistant Grower
Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking an Assistant Grower for a contract-to-hire position at a premier client in St. Paul, Oregon. If you’re passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.
Pay: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour
Overview
This client is an industry-leading horticultural company focused on producing the highest quality roses. In this role, you’ll be working with experienced horticulturists and plant health specialists to ensure optimal growing conditions and plant health. This role will give you an opportunity to learn advanced horticultural techniques while helping to deliver beautiful roses to customers nationwide.
Schedule: Full-time Monday-Friday
Responsibilities:
- Perform pest and disease scouting to document pest and disease thresholds throughout the facility
- Perform soil and water testing to ensure soil fertility and water quality are at optimal conditions
- Input data and create documents to assist in the organization and record keeping of plant health-related processes throughout the facility
- Conduct experiments and research to prove or disprove the efficacy of internal processes or new chemicals and fertilizers
- Assist the Grower with the strategic planning, ordering, and release of beneficial insects throughout the facility
- Collect and prepare plant and soil samples for laboratory analysis
- Conduct chemical and fertilizer applications via a high-pressure sprayer
- Operate the company truck to pick up essential items required for plant health operations
- Work directly with the Grower to brainstorm new and innovative approaches to plant health-related issues
Qualifications:
- Associate degree in plant-related studies or equivalent work experience
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Must possess the ability to operate and calibrate handheld digital measuring equipment, including but not limited to EC/TDS, pH, DO, ORP, and free chlorine
- Ability to walk and stand for long periods
- Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
- Driver’s license and authorization to work in the US
What happens next:
Once you apply, you’ll proceed to the next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry – even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.
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