FORESTRY NURSERY SPECIALIST

Job Summary ArborGen's Nursery in Bluff City, Arkansas is seeking a Forestry Nursery Specialist to support one of the region's premier seedling production facilities, producing more than 45 million bareroot pine and hardwood seedlings annually. This hands-on role performs skilled nursery operations that directly contribute to production goals, seedling quality, operational efficiency, and overall nursery success. The ideal candidate is dependable, innovative, and team-oriented, with a strong work ethic and positive attitude. Success in this role requires someone who is conscientious, adaptable, and takes pride in producing high-quality seedlings that support reforestation and sustainable forestry efforts across the country.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

Operate, maintain, modify and calibrate farm tractors, agricultural equipment, irrigation system components, and other equipment used on the job. Maintain records including but not limited to equipment maintenance, parts inventory, safety inspections, and fuel records. Assist in the operation and maintenance of an automatic irrigation system including pump station, below ground main lines, above ground supply system, and digital controllers. Assist in all phases of weed control, including herbicide application, mechanical control and hand weeding. Assist in all phases of crop nutrition including fertilizer applications and crop tissue and soil sampling. Wear safety personal protective equipment, maintain facility, and maintain a safe working environment. Participate in and complete required safety training. Supervise labor in various nursery operations. Will be working with a contract labor crew on a daily basis during certain times of the year. Serve as a team member and/or leader in group work improvement projects. Work extended hours, weekends and holidays, outdoors in all types of weather conditions as required. Examples would be weekend irrigation duty or repair, planting season, and lifting season to meet production goals. Ability to work closely with colleagues to meat peak needs and production goals. Adapt quickly to changing conditions including job functions. Ability to be innovative and resourceful to accomplish goals. Other duties and projects as assigned.

Ongoing Interaction:

Department:

Daily interaction with Supervisor (Production Coordinator and or Nursery Manager). Frequent interaction with peers in the immediate work group.

Company:

Interaction with peers in other nursery and orchard groups across the company as related to seedling production targets.

Outside Company:

May participate in outside conferences and symposia when appropriate.

Experience/Skills:

• Tractor and forklift operation experience preferred but not required.
• Private Pesticide applicator license preferred, but not required.
• Basic math, oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Associate Degree in Agriculture or Horticulture, or 3+ years experience operating and maintaining agricultural equipment in lieu of education.
• Good human relations skills to serve as a team member.

Physical Requirements:

This is heavy work exerting up to 40-100 pounds of force; work may involve climbing, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting and grasping; worker is subject to inside and outside environment, noise, vibration, working hazards, fumes, odors, dust, gasses and chemicals; visual acuity is required for maintenance and identifying problems; requires hearing sufficient to perceive noises for diagnostic purposes. This can be inside or outside work or working in hot, humid cold and damp conditions. Applicant must have a valid driver's license. Applicant must pass a drug screening test.

DISCLAIMER

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the applicant. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change.

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person