Nursery Technician

310 105th Ave, Oakland, CA 94503

Full-time

Position Title:

Nursery Technician

Projected Interview Dates:

Accepting applications until November 08, 2024.

Projected Start Date:

TBD

**Dates may shift based on team or applicants needs

Roles & Responsibilities

Expectations and Qualifications

  • Some experience and knowledge of plants is required.
  • English proficiency is not required; we are open to hiring Spanish-speaking monolingual candidates.
  • The work schedule for a full time employee is 36-40hrs/week unless directed differentlyby your T eam Lead.
  • Show up to work at your start time.
  • Show up to work well rested, fed, sober, and ready for the tasks that fall within your job description.
  • Work cooperatively as a member of a team!
  • Be gracious, and help out your fellow co-workers. You should say yes to the ask for help, unless there is a very time-sensitive task you are doing, and if that is the case,communicate your opinion respectfully. If we all help each other, the work seems easier and more pleasant.
  • Ask questions and for help when unsure how to handle a task
  • Learn new skills and share existing skills with others
  • Be a role model with other participants through good example, good work ethic, and good communication
  • Passion for environmental conservation, community engagement, and sustainable agriculture.
  • Ability to perform physical outdoor labor, including lifting and carrying heavy items up to 50lbs and using gardening tools.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse community members.
  • Self-motivated, reliable, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
  • Basic proficiency with mobile devices and time management applications.
  • Bi-lingual in Spanish and English is a plus but not required.

    Responsibilities of a Nursery Technician:
  • Plant Propagation: Propagate a variety of plants through seed sowing, cuttings, grafting, and other horticultural techniques to maintain and expand nursery stock.
  • Plant Care and Maintenance: Provide daily care for plants, including watering, fertilizing, pruning, and monitoring for pests and diseases.
  • Pest and Disease Management: Implement integrated pest management strategies to control and prevent plant pests and diseases in an environmentally responsible manner.
  • Nursery Upkeep: Maintain cleanliness and organization of nursery facilities, including greenhouses, shade houses, and outdoor growing areas.
  • Irrigation Management: Assist in the setup, maintenance, and monitoring of irrigation systems to ensure optimal watering schedules and efficient water use.
  • Inventory Management: Monitor and record plant growth, health, and treatments; maintain accurate inventory records and assist with stock ordering.
  • Customer Assistance: Provide knowledgeable assistance to customers and visitors in plant selection, care instructions, and answer horticultural inquiries.
    Community Engagement: Work with volunteers, community members, and staff to receive educational programs and workshops related to urban agriculture and food justice.
  • Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with safety protocols and environmental regulations within nursery operations.
  • Equipment Operation: Operate and maintain nursery equipment and tools safely and effectively.
  • Physical Tasks: Assist with loading and unloading plant materials, supplies, and equipment as needed.
  • Team Collaboration: Contribute to a positive team environment by communicating effectively and supporting co-workers in daily tasks.
  • Record-Keeping: Maintain detailed records of activities, including planting schedules, treatment applications, and environmental conditions.

Compensation

Salary/Benefits

  • Planting Justice offers a competitive pay rate and benefits package including generous PTO. Our base pay starts at $20 an hour.
  • Unpaid and Paid sick leave
    Health Care coverage including dental, vision, life insurance and chiropractic coverage.
  • Professional development stipend offered each year.
    Variety of family outings with staff.
  • Direct Impact to our mission to mitigate Climate Change and transform food systems to empower food sovereignty.
  • Transform people’s yards into edible landscapes.


Nature of Employment = At Will

Formerly incarcerated, Black and African-American, Latinx, Native and Indigenous, women, and
LGBTQIA+ encouraged to apply. Planting Justice is an equal opportunity and at-will employer.

Application Process: Please send a thoughtful cover letter and resume to careers@plantingjustice.org

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Planting Justice is an equal-opportunity employer. Employment with Planting Justice is at-will.

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