Grower - Perennials and Young Plants
Little Prince of Oregon Nursery Little Prince of Oregon Nursery Aurora, OR Aurora, OR Full-time Full-time $18 - $22 an hour $18 - $22 an hour About us Little Prince of Oregon Nursery is located in Oregon's Willamette Valley just south of the Portland metro area.
We began in 1997 growing groundcovers and shrubs.
Over the past 20 years, our product brands have grown to include succulents, ferns, herbaceous perennials, grasses, rare and unusual perennials, tropicals, and recently a new line of unusual houseplants.
Within these brands, we have over 2000 varieties!
Responsibilities:
Work with a variety of plants including perennials, succulents, ferns, and tropicals Responsible for irrigation, fertilization, plant maintenance, cleaning, and sanitation of your section Maintain assigned stock plants and propagation of stock plants Follow crop directions, including watering techniques, from Head Grower and Assistant Head Grower Ability to monitor EC/pH and report to Assistant Head Grower Maintain up-to-date crop records Stay up to date on growing techniques and cultural methods for the various genera of plants within your section Able to apply chemicals in a safe manner Flexibility and willingness to work longer hours seasonally Team-oriented and willing to help in other departments when needed Excellent communication and seeks guidance when needed Self-motivated and able to work with minimal direction Punctual and reliable Promote a safe work environment while following all safety policies
Qualifications:
2-year degree in Horticulture, or the equivalent in work experience Knowledge of plant identification, as well as the ability to recognize issues Knowledge or interest in IPM A private pesticide applicator's license, or the ability to obtain one within 6 months Understands the language of watering Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred, or has the ability and willingness to learn Physical Requirements:
Work long hours as needed, including weekends Lift up to 50 pounds Continuously stand, walk, bend, kneel, and squat for long periods of time Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$18.
00 - $22.
00 per hour Expected hours:
No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Schedule:
Weekends as needed Ability to commute/relocate:
Aurora, OR 97002:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
Greenhouse Growing:
1 year (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
We began in 1997 growing groundcovers and shrubs.
Over the past 20 years, our product brands have grown to include succulents, ferns, herbaceous perennials, grasses, rare and unusual perennials, tropicals, and recently a new line of unusual houseplants.
Within these brands, we have over 2000 varieties!
Responsibilities:
Work with a variety of plants including perennials, succulents, ferns, and tropicals Responsible for irrigation, fertilization, plant maintenance, cleaning, and sanitation of your section Maintain assigned stock plants and propagation of stock plants Follow crop directions, including watering techniques, from Head Grower and Assistant Head Grower Ability to monitor EC/pH and report to Assistant Head Grower Maintain up-to-date crop records Stay up to date on growing techniques and cultural methods for the various genera of plants within your section Able to apply chemicals in a safe manner Flexibility and willingness to work longer hours seasonally Team-oriented and willing to help in other departments when needed Excellent communication and seeks guidance when needed Self-motivated and able to work with minimal direction Punctual and reliable Promote a safe work environment while following all safety policies
Qualifications:
2-year degree in Horticulture, or the equivalent in work experience Knowledge of plant identification, as well as the ability to recognize issues Knowledge or interest in IPM A private pesticide applicator's license, or the ability to obtain one within 6 months Understands the language of watering Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred, or has the ability and willingness to learn Physical Requirements:
Work long hours as needed, including weekends Lift up to 50 pounds Continuously stand, walk, bend, kneel, and squat for long periods of time Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$18.
00 - $22.
00 per hour Expected hours:
No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Schedule:
Weekends as needed Ability to commute/relocate:
Aurora, OR 97002:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
Greenhouse Growing:
1 year (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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