Post-Graduate Internship Craftsman

OR
- Dayton, Dayton, Oregon, United States of America

Monrovia in Dayton, Oregon is currently looking for a Post-Graduate Internship Craftsman
. This position involves working intensely with the Propagation Department developing knowledge and fostering experience for future full-time employment opportunities. Additionally, there will be opportunities to work with other departments at the direction of the Propagation Department Coach.

Job Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe, secure, and confidential working environment in all aspects of production.
• Continual improvement on processes and ideas for efficiencies is strongly encouraged.
• Other responsibilities may be assigned as needed, with reasonable accommodations, to support the Monrovia Nursery organization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture or related field; experience in agriculture work is strongly preferred.
• Strong computer skills required, with MS Office familiarity highly preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Physical ability to lift a minimum of 35 pounds repeatedly, 65 pounds occasionally, and 100 pounds with help.
• Capacity to perform repetitive physical tasks during an 8-10-hour workday (e.g., grasping, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, squatting, twisting, standing, walking for long periods, lifting above shoulders).
• Must be able to work under inclement weather conditions (hot, cold, rain).
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Available to work Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., with additional hours as necessary.

Desired

Skills:

• Desire to exercise and support Monrovia’s vision, mission, and values.
• Flexibility to promote a positive team environment with fellow craftsmen and coaches.
• Punctuality, cleanliness regarding work area, and organizational skills.
• Capacity for innovation and creative problem solving for business and customer needs.
• Willingness to learn new skills and jobs.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English desirable.

Compensation:

This is a non-exempt position. Wage is based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications. Monrovia Nursery Company offers a competitive base wage and an excellent benefits package.

Monrovia Nursery provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.