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Greenhouse Worker
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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
Responsibilities:
- Plant, water, and care for annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, and flowering plants
- Maintain healthy plants by pruning, deadheading, fertilizing, and weeding
- Assist with planting, transplanting, and greenhouse maintenance
- Keep the greenhouse clean, organized, and inviting
- Help customers select plants and answer basic gardening questions
- Load plants and gardening materials for customers as needed
Qualifications:
- Enjoy working outdoors and in a greenhouse environment
- Reliable, punctual, and motivated
- Positive attitude
- Previous greenhouse, landscaping, or gardening experience is a plus If you're looking for a rewarding job where you can grow alongside a local family business, we'd love to hear from you!