Nursery Technician I (Agriculture)
Who you are: You have a passion for growing trees and plants and like working outdoors. You have basic knowledge and experience in horticulture or plant care and are familiar with working in a nursery environment. With a mechanical aptitude, you will work effectively with nursery equipment, irrigation systems, and building maintenance. Self-motivation, flexibility, and physical strength are key attributes. Additionally, your effective communication, professional conduct, and proficiency in basic software tools will contribute to a successful role within our organization.
What the job is: As a Nursery Technician, you will play a vital role in supporting production and maintaining the nursery facility by providing biological, mechanical, or administrative duties that support seedling production, maintenance and/or repair of the nursery facility and reforestation crops. Assignments will include seedling mowing and raking, seedling measurements, establishment, and measurement of nursery trials, weed control in and around greenhouses, machinery operation, field trial establishment and data collection, and routine preventative repairs and maintenance in and around the nursery, greenhouses, and orchards.
Work schedule: We emphasize the importance of punctuality and regular attendance for all employees. The work week is Monday - Friday, 8 hours a day.
Where you will work: Korbel, California is nestled amid lush forests and rolling hills, and lies just a few miles from the Pacific coastline. Towering redwoods, pristine beaches, and a mild year-round climate create abundant recreational opportunities, drawing visitors, students, and residents alike. Beyond the stunning landscapes, the area boasts a vibrant arts scene and a commitment to sustainability, with unique festivals, boutique shops, and exceptional farmer's markets.
Compensation: The Nursery Technician 1 has a progression for career growth. At this level, the wage range is $23.00 to $29.61 per hour depending on your experience. The wage is just one component of Green Diamond's total compensation package. Other rewards include eligibility to receive an annual company financial bonus and a bonus based on your own performance.
In addition, Green Diamond offers a generous benefit package to include medical/vision and dental, life and disability insurance, 401(k) plan with match and profit sharing. Paid time off includes 9 designated and up to 2 personal holidays, 10 vacation days, 10 sick days, 30 days parental leave, 3 days bereavement, an extra 2 days bereavement unpaid, jury duty, 1 volunteer day, and 5 days family care. More information about benefits can be viewed on our website: www.greendiamond.com/people/career-opportunities
Who Green Diamond is: We grow and nurture forests, a renewable resource to build homes, schools, and household necessities, harnessing carbon every single day we operate. We're a family-owned company that is guided by our values of environmental stewardship and supporting our local communities. The history of our Company spans over 130 years. We do what's right, even when it is the harder path to follow. We focus on the health and safety of our people first - by taking care of all our resources, we plan to be here for another 130 years.
