Assistant Grower/Production

Bergen's Greenhouses, Inc.

Columbus, MNFull-time / Seasonal$15.63/hrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$15.63/hr

Location

Columbus, MN

Schedule

Full-time / Seasonal

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Job overview

The Assistant Grower/Production role is responsible for caring for and maintaining plants in a designated greenhouse section. The worker performs operational and supervisory tasks to support the growing facility and follows prescribed schedules, operating policies, and procedures. The role also assists with seasonal production and shipping.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Plant CarePlant MaintenanceGreenhouse ProductionLifting 60 LbsPushing and PullingWalking or SittingStooping or BendingRepetitive Movements

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Full job description

Job Duties

Start Date: 01/01/2027

End Date: 10/31/2027

Work hours: 40 hours/week, Monday - Friday, 8 hours/day, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Must Apply By: 06/02/2027

Job Duties:

Responsible for the care and maintenance of plants within a designated section of the greenhouse. They will perform various operational and supervisory tasks to ensure the effective operation of the growing facility by ensuring that prescribed schedules, operating policies, and procedures are followed. Assist with seasonal production and shipping.

Minimum Education Required

None. No High School Diploma or GED required.

Minimum Experience Required

Must be able to lift at least 60 lbs.

Extensive pushing and pulling is required.

Extensive walking or sitting is required.

Frequent stooping or bending over is required.

Repetitive movements are required.

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

Public Transportation Accessible

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Yes

Physical Required

Drug Test Required

Compensation

$15.63 / Hourly

Additional Compensation

Increased compensation up to p/hr based on experience/tenure with the company

As required for all workers in Minnesota, hours worked in excess of 48 hours in a work week will be paid at the rate of 1.5 times the regular rate of pay.

Postal Code

55025

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

H-2A#27-015

Job Benefits

EMPLOYER ASSURANCES: Work guaranteed for 3/4 of contract period, starting with date of arrival at work site. Employer provides free housing for workers whose residence is beyond normal commuting distance. Employer pays inbound transportation and subsistence to work site upon 50% completion of work contract for workers whose residence is beyond normal commuting distance. Daily subsistence will be provided at a rate of at least $16.78 per day during travel to a maximum of $68.00 per day with receipts. Required work-related tools and supplies provided free of charge by employer.

Effective Jan 1, 2024, per MN State Statute, an employee will earn one hour of paid sick and safe time for every 30 hours worked, up to at least 48 hours of accrued Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) per year, provided the employee works a minimum of 80 hours in a calendar year.