Foundation Seed Assistant
We are hiring for a
Foundation Seed Assistant who can support field trial operations and helps coordinate daily work assignments for a team of temporary labor contract workers. This role includes giving clear instructions to ensure tasks are completed
safely and efficiently, and supporting day-to-day horticultural operations. This position is in the area of Bakersfield, CA.
Responsibilities:- Coordinate daily assignments for a crew of labor contract workers
- Provide direction and instructions to temporary workers to complete tasks safely and efficiently
- Monitor plant conditions, growth stages, and diseases in field trials
- Report trial status to breeders and/or the Station Manager
- Take action as needed based on field conditions and direction provided
- Perform horticultural tasks including (but not limited to):
- Field preparation
- Irrigation scheduling
- Fertilization
- Cage construction
- Pesticide / fungicide / herbicide applications
Requirements:- HS or equivalent; Associate degree preferred.
- 1-3 years of experience research farm experience.
- Ability to train and work with lab chemicals and apply agro-chemicals.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to work in office, open field, cages and green house work with temps. close to 100 degrees.
Pay: $20-$25/hr
Schedule: 7am-3:30pm ( Monday - Fridays )
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