Job Overview

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Grower to join our vibrant team and help cultivate thriving plants and crops. As a Grower, you will play a vital role in maintaining healthy growth settings, ensuring plants receive optimal care, and supporting the overall success of our horticultural operations. This position offers an exciting chance to work outdoors, apply your gardening expertise, and contribute to sustainable cultivation practices. Your energy, attention to detail, and mechanical aptitude will drive the success of our growing initiatives.

Duties
Supervise and coordinate daily grow operations, including seeding, germination, transplanting, cultivation, and harvesting of leafy greens within vertical farming systems.
Monitor plant health regularly, identifying pests, diseases, or deficiencies early on
Water plants efficiently using irrigation systems and manual watering techniques
Monitor and manage transplanting activities, ensuring seedlings meet quality standards, are properly spaced, and receive appropriate nutrients and environmental conditions.
Assist with installing and troubleshooting irrigation systems to ensure proper water distribution




Perform heavy lifting tasks to support daily operations

Qualifications
Experience or robust interest in horticulture or gardening practices
Basic knowledge of irrigation systems and how they function within a growing environment
Mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot and maintain gardening tools and equipment
Monitor, adjust, and verify environmental controls, including lighting, irrigation, nutrients, EC, pH, temperature, humidity, and CO₂ levels, to optimize plant health and yield.
Physical stamina for heavy lifting and outdoor work in various weather conditions
A proactive attitude with a keen eye for detail and plant care

Join us if you’re eager to grow your skills in horticulture while contributing to a sustainable cultivation process! We value energetic individuals who are motivated by nature’s potential and ready to make a tangible impact through their work.

Pay: $80,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Benefits:
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Grower Pitt Meadows
🏢 UP Vertical Farms
📍 Pitt Meadows