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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.
$37,338 / year median in Virginia
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Duties & Responsibilities:
You will be provided on the job training and will be performing various duties, such as preparing equipment to process daily hatch, assist with clean-up and disinfecting equipment and area. Other job duties assigned by management.Required Skills/Abilities:
- Hatchery experience a plus
- Bilingual a plus
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or GED
- Hatchery experience a plus
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds frequently.
- Standing/Sitting for 8+ hours per day.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.