Assistant Grower
2 weeks ago
**Job Title: Assistant Grower**
**Company: Twin Creeks Greenhouse Inc.**
**Location: Watford ON**
**Position Type: Full-time**
**Company Overview**:
**About Us**
At Twin Creeks Greenhouse Inc., you will work in a family-focused, supportive, diverse, and innovative environment in which we place Food Safety above all. We practice our values in our day-to-day operations. Twin Creeks Greenhouse is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all individuals. We are a leading greenhouse operation, spanning 40 acres of advanced pepper cultivation. Along with our greenhouse operation, we have expanded into cash crop and tunnels for berries. We take pride in providing high-quality produce while maintaining a sustainable, efficient, and safe working environment.
**Family -** We understand the importance of support and community, as we are family-owned and family-operated.
**Diversity -** Our employees bring a variety of experiences and ideas to the table everyday.
**Innovation -** we use the most up-to-date technology to help us create the optimal environment for our peppers and for our employees.
**Position Overview**:
This position is a full-time position that will focus on producing the highest quality, and highest yielding crop possible. The individual will report to the greenhouse owner and grower to co-create and develop strategies for optimal plant growth.
**Responsibilities Include**:
- Help create, and develop a successful greenhouse, including pest-management programs, harvesting, control systems, and equipment
- Contribute to research efforts and greenhouse-innovation activities
- Manage test plot varieties
- Make minor adjustments and repairs to greenhouse control systems
**Experience & Qualifications**:
- Knowledge of plant growth and strategies for optimal pepper production
- Knowledge of irrigation, boiler, and climate systems
- Ability to work under pressure to ensure crop health is maintained
- Adaptability
- Strong attention to detail
- Exceptional time-management and organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
**Education & Experience**:
- A University Degree or College Diploma in Agriculture
- 1-3 years experience working with greenhouse crops
**Benefits**:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person