Greenhouse Technician - Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada - Devron Sales Limited

Devron Sales Limited

Verified Company

Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor, the Greenhouse Technician will assist in the organization, coordination, and implementation of greenhouse work and activities.

Core Competencies
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Adaptability

Adapts and responds to changing conditions, priorities, technologies, and requirements

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Communication

Expresses and transmits information with consistency and clarity to achieve results.

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Judgement

Ability to deal with various issues. Has the ability to make quick, effective decisions.

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Problem Solving

Assesses problems and effectively and efficiently arrives at a solution

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Teamwork:

Works cooperatively and effectively in a team to reach a common goal

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Time Management

Ability to effectively multi task and prioritize duties as needed

Job Duties

Display professional behavior at all times. Reporting to work as scheduled each day and maintaining a good working relationship with Supervisor and coworkers.
Ensure the Greenhouse is maintained and kept clean at all times.
Adhere to established safe working procedures and wear proper safety equipment at all times.
Adhere to company policies and procedures, performing all duties consistently, accurately, safely and at the lowest feasible cost.
Ensure compliance with licensing laws, health and safety, and other statutory requirements.
Complete work as assigned by the Supervisor, with results that meet quality, expectations and specifications.
Monitor plant growth and health, making adjustments as needed
Fertilize and irrigate plants according to their specific needs
Scouting crop for pests and disease
Assist in implementation of the Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program and ensure that accepted IPM procedures are being maintained.
Provide timely labor, cultural, and inventory adjustment data; maintain growing records that include specifics about plant growth, fertilization, pest problems, and treatments.
Check and record pH/EC weekly
Maintain daily communication with the Supervisor to coordinate daily activities and to ensure continuous improvement in production.
Order fulfillment, loading plants on skids, and loading trucks for delivery.
Responsible to put forth recommendations and suggestions to improve the work environment and plant health
Advise Supervisor and team of any knowledge that would be detrimental or beneficial to the organization.
Available to work full time hours and to be flexible to work any scheduled day and weekends.
Hours may vary depending on holidays and business needs.

Job Requirements

Degree or Diploma in Horticulture Technician / Greenhouse program
Experience working in a similar role.
Experience with scouting pest, disease identification on crops and IPM practices
Must possess Greenhouse Pesticide license.
Knowledge of Mechanical Operations of Greenhouse.
Ability to effectively communicate the English language both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work individually as well as a part of a team.

Working Conditions

Repetitive work walking and standing for long periods of time.
Regular exposure to environmental conditions such as heat, cold, and rain.
Assist with stocking and organization of greenhouse and field consumables and equipment on an asneeded basis.

Acknowledgement and Agreement
Devron Sales Ltd.

is an equal opportunity employer and strives to ensure that its hiring process meets the needs of all persons with disabilities.

As such Devron Sales Ltd. will provide reasonable accommodation for any applicant, as requested during the hiring process.

Salary:
$22.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours:
per week

Benefits: