Native Plant Nursery Technician 1 – Full-Time Entry Level Position Posted: March 4, 2024
Native Nursery, LLC is a wholesale native Hawaiian plant and fruit tree nursery located in Kula, Maui. Our mission is to promote and provide the best quality plant material for reforestation, landscape, and agriculture in the Hawaiian Islands.
This opening is an opportunity to join our dedicated full-time staff working outdoors in upcountry Maui.
Job Duties/Responsibilities: Pack, clean and verify accuracy of outgoing plant orders Prepare plants for shipment to neighbor islands following strict pest and plant disease quality control standards Propagate, prune and maintain target species for retail and wholesale orders Monitor crops for plant health, watering, and weed prevention Clean and maintain retail inventory, tools, and nursery benches on a weekly basis
Job Requirements: High School Diploma/GED Ability to lift 50 lbs Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation to work Ability to work outside in diverse weather conditions and wear appropriate sun, rain, wind protection as needed Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks to meet order deadlines Willingness to learn new plant species and common weeds of Hawaii
Desirable Skills: Working knowledge of native Hawaiian plants Experience in horticulture, plant propagation, agriculture or a related field
Benefits: Healthcare coverage including vision and dental Paid holidays, vacation and sick days Simple IRA retirement plan options Starting pay is $17.50 /hr with opportunity to increase after training Quarterly bonuses based on merit
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