We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans).  To read more about this, view the EEO is the Law poster and this EEO is the Law Poster Supplement
We are an E-verify employer.  E-verify is mandated by the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process.
Start Over with Job Search
Returning Applicant?  Login Now
Irrigation Staff
Job Code:SG30AU-2022-MB-1170
Reports To:Assistant Head Grower
Job Class:Full time
FLSA:Hourly/Non Exempt
Location:Aurora, OR
  

JOB FUNCTION: Responsible for ensuring plants are watered appropriately.

 

JOB DUTIES: 

  • Water plants properly.
  • Mix fertilizers as directed.
  • Assist other staff in the growing department as needed.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Able to identify different levels of moisture management.
  • Know the difference between fresh water and feed.
  • Distinguish between different plant types.
  • Ability to be Flexible with department needs.
  • Ability to work under deadlines.
  • Ability to take direction.
  • Ability to work in a team oriented environment.
  • Detail Oriented.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and in writing, in person, and via phone or radio with all levels of staff.
  • Bilingual (Spanish) preferred, both verbal and written.

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION: 

  • No Educational requirement.
  • Previous agricultural experience a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Work long hours as needed during busy season, including weekends.
  • Continuously walk, stand, bend, kneel, as well as reaching overhead, and from side to side for long periods of time.
  • Work indoors and outdoors, in seasonal temperatures and conditions.
  • Lift and move irrigation equipment that weigh up to 50 pounds in an environment that is often hot.