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What they do
A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.
$38,971 / year median in Michigan
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Cleaning and proper sanitation of all work areas as well as any tools used in trimming, curing, etc. Follow all rules and standard operating procedures (SOPs) and maintain safe and healthy work environment by following OSHA regulations, organization standards and legal regulationsKeep good records and follow good documentation practices Perform any other tasks assigned by management Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
Age Requirement:
Must be 21 years or older (State Requirement).Must pass a background check.Ability to work in a highly regulated environment with strict compliance standards.
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Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 poundsMust be able to handle organic matter daily, able to wear PPE as appropriate (eye, face, hand, arm, head, foot, body, fall protection), and able to be exposed to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions while wearing PPEWork environment includes exposure to but not limited to, chemicals, fumes, dust, odors, extreme heat temperatures, heights, indoor AC, no AC, motion, noise, protective gear, vibrations, and water