Assistant Grower- Greenhouse Production

Do you have hands-on greenhouse experience and a passion for plants? Are you looking to build your career in horticulture while making a difference through mission-driven work? This could be a great opportunity for you! The Assistant Grower works alongside the Head or Lead Section Grower to support the production of high-quality plants in a large-scale greenhouse environment. This is an entry-level opportunity for someone with foundational greenhouse experience who is eager to continue developing their growing skills. Responsibilities include assisting with daily production activities, from planting through finished product, while learning modern growing techniques and working with advanced greenhouse automation systems. This is a full-time position (40+ hours a week) requiring flexibility to work non-traditional hours, including rotating weekends, evenings, and holidays. Candidates need to be able to start ASAP. If you enjoy problem-solving, working with plants, and being part of a collaborative and fun team, we’d love to meet you! Join the Midwest’s largest nursery and greenhouse team at Gertens! Essential Functions: Support daily greenhouse production tasks including planting, irrigation, fertilization, and pest monitoring. Provide plant care throughout the full production cycle by following established crop plans. Maintain greenhouse environmental controls to support optimal plant health. Assist with greenhouse operations such as shipping, production support, and facility upkeep. Apply pesticides and follow integrated pest and disease management practices. Utilize and support automation systems used in production. Assist with training and guidance of seasonal staff. (Winter Season) Support winter product assembly, including wreaths, spruce tip pots, and décor. Other duties as assigned. Competencies: Strong desire to learn and follow detailed instructions. 1+ year experience of greenhouse operations and plant production practices and hands- on greenhouse experience is required. Effective communication skills and ability to work well within a team. Ability to safely operate production and motorized equipment. Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: Candidates must have minimum of 1 year + of horticultural/greenhouse production experience. Post-secondary education in horticulture, plant science, agriculture, or a related field preferred. Must have or be willing to obtain a Pesticide Applicator’s License. Work Requirements: Able and willing to work in varying weather and greenhouse conditions. Able to stand and walk for extended periods. Able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs. *E-Verify: Gertens participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Gertens Family of Businesses is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gertens