What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursery Worker position at Mellow Marsh Farm, Inc?
About Mellow Marsh Farm:
Mellow Marsh was founded in 1997 to provide southeastern native plants for water quality projects such as stream restoration, storm water management, wetland mitigation, and erosion control. We currently propagate over 300 different species of native trees, shrubs, grasses, and forbs. Our plants are grown from hand-collected seed, ensuring local provenance and healthy genetic diversity. www.mellowmarshfarm.com
Mellow Marsh is looking for a new nursery crew member. This job is full-time permanent.
Job duties include:
- Re-potting plant material
- Irrigation maintenance and repair
- Pulling orders
- Loading trucks and communicating with customers
- Weeding
- Seed collection and cleaning
Required qualifications:
- Ability to do physical labor outside, year-round in all weather conditions
- Dependable, adaptable, and detail-oriented
- Working knowledge of English
- Comfortable working in a team environment
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience working in a production nursery
- Experience with irrigation systems
- Experience in repair and maintenance of small engines and equipment
- Familiarity with Southeastern native plants (including seed)
- Comfortable using taxonomic nomenclature and identification keys
Schedule:
- Monday thru Thursday from 7:00am-3:30pm (paid lunch)
- Friday from 7:00am-11:30am
Pay and Benefits:
- Starting at $15/hour, depending on experience
- Paid holidays and sick time
- IRA with 3% matching contribution
To Apply:
Send an email to plantinfo@mellowmarshfarm.com with a short description of your interest and experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Application Question(s):
- Please describe your interest and experience
Language:
- English (Required)
Work Location: In person