Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Greenhouse Technician I
Location: Research Triangle Park, NC
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (occasional weekends)
Pay Rate: $20.40/hour
This is a long-term contract role with possible extension or direct hire. Benefits Available.
About the Role:
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Greenhouse Technician I to join our team and support daily greenhouse operations. This is a hands-on role ideal for candidates who thrive in outdoor environments and enjoy working with plants. You’ll be part of a collaborative team advancing agricultural research and supporting sustainable practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform general greenhouse duties such as potting, planting, watering, fertilizing, trimming, and tying plants
- Harvest, thresh, and count seeds across various crop types
- Maintain clean and organized greenhouse and work areas
- Assist in collecting plant tissue samples for research
- Apply integrated pest management techniques, including insect scouting, pesticide/herbicide application, and beneficial insect release
- Operate a forklift (training provided if needed)
- Use data management systems to accurately record and collect data under supervision
- Follow all SOPs, Stewardship, Biosafety, and QMS protocols
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma required
- Experience in greenhouse or fieldwork strongly preferred
- Associate's or Technical degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Sciences, or a related field is a plus
- Ability to work independently and follow detailed instructions
- Must be able to work in hot and humid environments and stand for long periods
- Attention to detail, accountability, and strong work ethic are essential
Additional Requirements:
- Must be comfortable working occasional weekends as needed
- Forklift operation certification is a plus (or willingness to be trained)
Company DescriptionUsing the best business practices obtained from many years of experience in Business, Law, and Recruiting and Staffing, the Founders at CrossFire Group (“CrossFire”) started in downtown Royal Oak, MI more than a decade ago. With backgrounds in Information Technology (IT) and the Legal Industry, CrossFire began placing by IT and Legal Professionals in contract and direct-hire positions throughout the Midwest.
Since our founding, CrossFire has grown into a full-service Human Capital Solutions Organization. We are proud of now providing full services beyond recruiting and staffing. Our portfolio of services includes HR supply chain management, human resources consulting, and many customized Human Resource related services.
Company Description
Using the best business practices obtained from many years of experience in Business, Law, and Recruiting and Staffing, the Founders at CrossFire Group (“CrossFire”) started in downtown Royal Oak, MI more than a decade ago. With backgrounds in Information Technology (IT) and the Legal Industry, CrossFire began placing by IT and Legal Professionals in contract and direct-hire positions throughout the Midwest.\r\n\r\nSince our founding, CrossFire has grown into a full-service Human Capital Solutions Organization. We are proud of now providing full services beyond recruiting and staffing. Our portfolio of services includes HR supply chain management, human resources consulting, and many customized Human Resource related services.