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GREENHOUSE ASSOCIATE (Greenhouse & Retail Location) _____ Pay: $13.50 $15.50 per hour (based on experience and interview) _____ Schedule: Full-time and part-time positions available Hours may range ...

Push and pull carts from various parts of the greenhouse areas Work in a standing, fast-paced assembly line Apply tags to trays using a mechanical stapler Work on seedling line Repair and sanitize ...

Greenhouse Technician Location: Watsonville, CA Time Type: Full Time The Opportunity: Ohalo is seeking candidates with a passion for hands-on work growing plants to join our greenhouse team.

Temporary Greenhouse Technician

Raleigh, NC

$13.50 - $15.75/hr

Watering greenhouse/screenhouse MPRU plants * Taking care of greenhouse plants (potting, repotting, pruning, labeling, cleaning and maintenance) * Massive propagation of sweetpotato clean stock in ...

Greenhouse Technician

Watsonville, CA ยท On-site

$24 - $27/hr

Greenhouse Technician Location: Watsonville, CA Time Type: Full Time The Opportunity: Ohalo is seeking candidates with a passion for hands-on work growing plants to join our greenhouse team.

Our passion for sustainable greenhouse growing, strong support for our retail & foodservice customers, and focus on engaging consumers is built on a foundation drawn from generations of growing ...

AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS Horticulture/Greenhouse Workers provide day-to-day plant care, ensuring that plants receive correct levels of water, nutrients, light level, etc.. Workers also assist with ...

Our Greenhouse team provides more than 2 million native perennials annually to residential gardeners, landscape contractors, retail garden centers, and commercial customers. The Opportunity We are ...

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How much do greenhouse jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for greenhouse in the United States is $17.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of tasks and responsibilities can I expect in a typical greenhouse job?

In a typical greenhouse position, you can expect to handle daily activities such as monitoring plant health, watering and fertilizing crops, managing pest and disease control, and maintaining greenhouse equipment. You may also be involved in propagating new plants, recording data, and ensuring optimal climate conditions for various types of flora. Teamwork is often important, as you'll collaborate with other staff members and sometimes supervisors or vendors to coordinate workflow and achieve production goals. Over time, many greenhouse professionals gain experience that can lead to specialized roles or advancement into supervisory or management positions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Greenhouse position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Greenhouse role, you typically need a solid understanding of horticulture or plant science, experience in plant care, and attention to detail. Familiarity with climate control systems, irrigation equipment, pest management techniques, and optional certifications in horticulture are valuable assets. Strong organizational skills, problem-solving, and the ability to work collaboratively with others are beneficial soft skills. These competencies ensure healthy plant production, efficient greenhouse operations, and the ability to respond effectively to challenges such as plant diseases or environmental fluctuations.

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Infographic showing various Greenhouse job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,376 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

Part-Time Greenhouse Technician

Boyce Thompson Institute for Plant Research

Ithaca, NY โ€ข On-site

$18 - $20/hr

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Posted 13 days ago


Job description

Description

Join Our Team as a Weekend Greenhouse Technician

ย Looking for a peaceful weekend job working around plants? BTI is seeking a dependable part-time Greenhouse Technician to help water and care for research plants on weekends. Great for students, retirees, plant lovers, or anyone seeking supplemental income and flexible weekend work. This position offers a unique opportunity to support cutting-edge plant science research while working in our state-of-the-art facilities.


Schedule: This is a weekend position (Saturday and Sunday), with additional hours available during the training period and opportunities to pick up shifts on institute closure days and as operational needs arise.

We're looking for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment, takes pride in maintaining exceptional growing conditions, and excels at communication and collaboration. You'll work closely with our greenhouse team to share observations, coordinate plant care activities, and ensure researchers' needs are met-making strong communication skills essential to success in this role.

To apply, please submit both a resume and a cover letter describing your interest in the position and relevant experience.


Essential Job Functions

Daily watering of greenhouses and growth chambers, performs fertilization checks, observations of plant health, pests and disease.ย 

Communicates with greenhouse staff to promote for daily feedback on plant health, plant care, and disposal.

Daily monitors greenhouse, growth chamber environments, software systems, pests, and facility sanitation.

Prepare and mix growing media and soil blends to support diverse research requirement.ย 

Operate and autoclave equipment to ensure proper sterilization of materials and tools on occasion.ย 

Provide greenhouse sanitation, including pot and flat washing, sanitization, and recycling protocols.

Maintain facility cleanliness through regular waste removal and organization of greenhouse work areas.

Provide ongoing care and maintenance for atrium plantings and display areas.

Requirements

Education and Certification

High school diploma or equivalent, or relevant work experience at an equivalent level. Background or coursework in biology or horticulture preferred.

Experience and Knowledge

2 years of relevant experience in biology or horticulture preferred. Continual trainings to remain current and compliant are necessary, worker protection standards, and EH&S trainings.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No supervisor responsibilities.ย 

Communication Skills

Ability to write standardized reports and correspondence, write and report meeting minutes, to communicate through e-mail and an ability to complete regulatory reporting requirements are necessary. An ability to speak one-on-one or in small groups, to present information to groups of employees is also important. ย An ability to give and receive constructive feedback is crucial

Computer Skills

Ability with all Microsoft Office programs is required.

Travel

Travel is generally not required.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Regular physical exertion is required, such as climbing, crouching, crawling, and lifting, up to 50 pounds. Regular use of chemicals, heavy machinery or other equipment/materials that require use of personnel protective equipment and routine precautions. Must be available to work 365 days a year, including holidays and weekends.