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Senior Horticulturist - Greenhouse Operations

Verdant Valley Nurseries
Salinas, California
Salary Estimate
USD 70.000 – USD 95.000
Posting Time
1 Mei 2026
Deadline
1 Mei 2027

Job description

Join our team at Verdant Valley Nurseries as a Senior Horticulturist focused on greenhouse operations. You will lead production cycles from propagation to harvest, optimize conditions for premium crops, and mentor a growing team of technicians.

We value innovation, sustainability, and quality. This role offers a clear path to leadership and meaningful impact on product quality and farm performance.

Responsibility

  • Oversee daily greenhouse operations, climate control, and cropping schedules.
  • Lead propagation, pruning, grafting, and transplanting for multiple crops.
  • Monitor plant health and implement timely fertigation and nutrient management.
  • Manage integrated pest management (IPM) programs and apply safe agrochemical practices.
  • Analyze crop data, maintain records in farm management software, and report on KPIs.
  • Ensure safety, quality, and compliance with food safety standards and sustainability practices.
  • Collaborate with breeding, sales, and operations to optimize product quality and yield.

Qualification

  • Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Plant Science, or related field; or equivalent hands-on experience.
  • 5+ years of greenhouse production experience in a commercial setting.
  • Proficiency with climate control systems, irrigation, and fertigation.
  • Strong knowledge of IPM, pest scouting, and crop protection.
  • Excellent data management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Leadership experience with the ability to coach and motivate a team.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work in a controlled greenhouse environment.

Required Skills

Horticulture Greenhouse management Propagation Irrigation systems Fertigation IPM Pest scouting Data analysis

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