Greenhouse Assistant Grower

Have you ever thought, what it would be like to work around plants? Pretty awesome right..? How about working with an amazing team? Do you want to feel appreciated with future opportunities? We have the perfect job for you!

Come join our team at Pike Nurseries Farm!

Pike Nurseries has 15 metro Atlanta retail stores in Georgia and 4 retail stores in the Charlotte, North Carolina area as well as a Landscape Design division and two growing facilities in Marietta & Ringgold, Georgia.
We are proud to be an employee owned company. Please ask about our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) benefit. Only 4% of companies are ESOP companies in our country. Come join a team that puts their associates first! We look forward to hearing from you!

Objective: To produce superior quality plant material in the most efficient way, while training and developing a team of growers.

- Direct Section Growers to monitor ranges for optimum crop quality, climate, and

correct placement.

- Responsible for directing all aspects of growing, including watering, fertilizing, spraying, and soil testing.

- Monitor incoming plugs and preform quality checks.

- Provide direction to Production Lead to ensure plugs are handled and planted properly.

- Develop and document high quality standards with the goal of crop consistency.

- Conduct trials and experiments to evaluate possible improvements to the crops.

- Direct Section Growers to perform soil, water, and disease tests as needed

- Train Section Growers to Identify, track, and control insects.

- Develop and implement fertilization programs.

- Train Section Growers to monitor their greenhouse environments and how to adjust them seasonally,

- Assist in production planning and provide feedback on growing times and plant selection.

- Maintain records of crop activities and observations, including pesticide applications and growth records.

- Train and develop Section Growers on proper spray technique and chemical handling.

- Source and order chemicals, soil, and PPE gear.

- Provide feedback for site planning, capex expenditures, and general facility maintenance.

This is primarily a Monday-Friday job with some weekends in our spring season.

For more information you can visit our website at www.pikenursery.com.

We are a Drug Free workplace & do background checks on all candidates.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Marietta, GA 30062: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person