Assistant Grower at Bachman's Inc. – Lakeville, Minnesota

Assistant Grower

Full Time Union Position: (M-F, weekends during peak times)
Hiring Immediately

Bachman’s is committed to creating a caring environment while inspiring a passion for bringing beauty to life.

Bachman’s Green House department has an opening for a assistant Grower who is skilled in watering, fertilization, environmental control, application of crop protection products, identification of insect, disease and nutrient issues.

Are you looking for steady, full-time, employment with great benefits? Do you want to work for a company that cares about its employees? Are you looking for a positive work environment and a team atmosphere? Don’t wait, apply now!

POSITION DUTIES:

• Assist Growers in the production of greenhouse crops - watering, fertilization, environmental control, application of crop protection products, identification of insect, disease and nutrient issues.
• Learn all duties and requirements involved with crop production and greenhouse operation.
• Provide work direction to lower classifications.
• Work rotating weekend shift
• Assist in other areas as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of one season of greenhouse production experience.
• Must be able and willing to obtain chemical applicators license if necessary.
• Minimum of one season of greenhouse production experience.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to operate motorized equipment according to set standards.
• Must be able to perform physical work including moving and/or lifting up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to move and/or lift 50 pounds on a frequent basis from ground level up to 5 ½ feet.
• Must be able to stand/walk for long periods of time.

BENEFITS:

• Medical Insurance
• Health Savings account/PPO
• Dental Insurance
• Vision
• Life and AD&D
• Disability, Accident, Critical Illness
• 401(K)
• ID Watchdog
• Pet Insurance
• Wellness
• Employee Assistance program (EAP)
• PTO
• Paid Holidays (6/year)

Don't settle, come grow with us!