Planting Justice: Nursery Technician
Company: Planting Justice
Hourly Rate: $20
Location: Oakland, California
Projected Interview Dates: We are conducting interviews on a rolling basis.
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
Please submit your resume and one-page cover letter through the form below or to 319 105th Ave, Oakland, CA 94603