Nursery Person/Equipment Operator
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Overview
Schedule
Alternate-schedule
Full-time
Career level
Entry-level
Compensation
$25+/hour
Job Description
Nursery Person/Equipment Operator
POSITION DUTIES:
- Accurately mix, incorporate fertilizer and shred soil for planting, heeling, and greenhouse needs according to established formulas
- Load and haul soil, rock and other materials on trucks as needed and directed
- Assist in loading and unloading B&B and container nursery stock as directed
- Communicate problems, concerns or other pertinent information to supervisor or other personnel as necessary
- Grade nursery roads as directed
- Operate the following equipment in a safe, efficient, and effective manner: skid loaders, soil shredder, semi-tractor/trailer trucks, forklift, front end loaders, flattops, road grader, pesticide sprayers, fertilizer implements, farm tractors and others
- Perform routine light maintenance on equipment on a daily or other scheduled basis as directed. Maintain equipment in safe working order. Communicate maintenance needs to shop personnel.
- Accurately mix and apply chemical pesticides and fertilizers as directed
- Perform field maintenance duties including filling tree spade holes, grubbing, and hauling trees and others as directed
- Operate dumb truck over the road to haul various materials as directed
- Perform other duties in the nursery and wholesale departments as needed and directed. Duties may include leading work crews in various nursery related functions.
- Perform all duties in a safe, effective, thorough and efficient manner
- Assist in other areas as directed
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma plus two-year certificate in horticulture or related field and two years nursery/landscape production experience including one year in a leadership role
- Valid Class D Minnesota driver’s license or equivalent out-state license preferred, CDL driver's license may be required
- Must be accepted as insurable with Bachman’s Insurance carrier considering a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) and Bachman’s Safe Driver Standards
- May be required to obtain a chemical pesticide applicators license
- Requires a strong working knowledge of landscape plant materials commonly found in Minnesota landscapes
- Conversational Spanish speaking ability, preferred
- MNLA Nursery Professional Certification, preferred
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be able to lift (up to) 50lbs on regular basis and 100lbs on occasional basis
- Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions year-round and stand and/or bend for an extended period
- Bilingual Spanish/English preferred
COMPENSATION: $24.76Hours: 7:00-5:00pm M-F, 7:00-12:00pm Sat. Nonpeak hours: 7:00-4:00pm. Overtime as needed.
Don’t settle, come grow with us!Bachman’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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FAQs About Nursery Person/Equipment Operator Jobs at Bachman's Inc.
What is the work location for this position at Bachman's Inc.?
This job at Bachman's Inc. is located in Lakeville, MN, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Bachman's Inc.?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $24.76 (per hour).
What employment applies to this position at Bachman's Inc.?
Bachman's Inc. lists this position under the following employment categories:
- Alternate-schedule
- Full-time
What experience level is required for this role at Bachman's Inc.?
Bachman's Inc. is looking for a candidate with "Entry-level" experience level.
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