Farm Worker-Seasonal

The Greenhouse - Farm Worker is responsible for planting, growing flowers, trees, shrubbery, and other plants for distribution and sale at Home Depot garden centers. This role is responsible for many parts of the growing cycle starting from seeds to cultivation to preparation for sale. This position reports to the leadership of the greenhouse/farm including the Production Manager, General Manager, and Assistant General Manager.Measures of Success:Comply with Bell Nursery policies and proceduresPlant crops, trees, shrubbery or other plantsThin, weed, and move plants as directedWater plants as directedHarvest plants, and transplant or pot and label themIdeal Candidate Attributes:Able to work effectively on a team and/or independentlyAble to work in a safe manner and in a constant state of alertnessDemonstrate attention to detailAble to follow directionsAble to work in a fast-paced environmentEnjoy working outdoorsAble to work in variety of environmental conditionsEnjoy physical work and exerciseHave access to reliable transportationAble to safely maneuver and physically pull product cartsAble to climb ladders and operate a pallet jack (will train)Able to maneuver between greenhouse tables which are 24” apartDemonstrate strong dexterity skillsAble to communicate with supervisors or peers via text or in-personEnjoy variety of tasks throughout the workday or weekAble to work flexible shifts including extra hours and weekends during peak seasonPhysical Demands:Must be able to bend, twist, turn, climb, pull, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs frequently throughout the workday.Continuously (67% < 100% of the time worked)Frequently (34% < 66% of the time worked)Occasionally (10% < 33% of the time worked)Seldom (1 – 10% of the time worked)Not At All (0% of the time worked)ActivityExtent*ActivityExtent*SittingSSquattingFStandingCPushingFWalking (Even)CGraspingCWalking (Rough)OKneelingOLiftingCClimbingOCarryingCReach OverheadFTurningCReach ForwardCTwistingCPullingCBendingCEnvironmental Conditions:ConditionExtent*ConditionExtent*InsideFWetFOutsideFDryCHeatCHumidCColdODustCChanging TemperatureCNoiseCAll successful applicants should expect to undergo a screening for prohibited levels of drugs prior to beginning employment, a background check and E-Verification.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr