Plant Production and Facilities Technician

The Plant Production & Facilities Technician supports greenhouse, field, and facility operations to ensure the successful production of high-quality plant material. This role combines hands-on horticultural production, greenhouse and field support, pest management, facility maintenance, and operational support to maintain safe, efficient, and productive growing environments. The successful candidate will work closely with growers, breeders, researchers, and facility teams to execute growing programs, maintain facilities and equipment, support trials and production activities, and contribute to the overall success of horticultural operations.

What You Will Do

Perform routine facility maintenance inspections and repairs, conduct preventative maintenance and assist with repairs of greenhouse systems, irrigation, climate equipment, and facility infrastructure. Perform core production tasks including planting, transplanting, propagation, pruning, harvesting, and crop movement. Support irrigation, fertility management, and greenhouse environmental monitoring. Scout crops for pests, disease, and nutrient issues and report findings.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The successful candidate will have the ability to obtain and maintain an Illinois Pesticide License or Handler Permit within six months of hire. Ability to safely operate forklifts, skid steers, tractors, sprayers, and related equipment or willingness to become certified. Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn equipment maintenance and facility repair tasks. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in facilities, greenhouse, or equipment maintenance
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Illinois Pesticide License or Handler Permit within six months of hire
• Ability to safely operate forklifts, skid steers, tractors, sprayers, and related equipment or willingness to become certified
• Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn equipment maintenance and facility repair tasks
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance
• 401k/Profit Sharing Retirement Plan
• Paid time off benefits including vacation and holidays
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program and Positive Health programs