We are always interested in bright and motivated individuals eager to learn and join our team. Below is a list of positions we are currently looking to fill. A cover letter and resume can be emailed to hr@undersunacres.com.
Assistant Grower
We are looking to expand our team with an Assistant Grower who will work with the Head Grower to implement and manage crop strategies.
Responsibilities:
– Work with head grower to implement and manage crop strategies
– Monitor climate, heating, ventilation, shading and irrigation strategies
– Analyze water testing results and determine nutrient strategies for crop
– Monitor production and quality
– Manage integrated pest management team
Requirements:
– Degree or Diploma in Horticulture, Plant Science or a related field
– 1-2 years growing experience
– Ability to work in a team environment
Integrated Pest Management Supervisor
We are currently looking for an experienced Integrated Pest Management Supervisor to oversee daily monitoring and treatment of pests in the crop.
Responsibilities:
– Daily monitoring of pests on crop
– Diagnose pest conditions
– Set up pest control strategies with our grower and IPM adviser
– Release bio beneficials
Required Attributes:
-Minimum of two years pest management experience is required.
-Ability to work in a team environment
Cogeneration and Greenhouse Operations and Maintenance
Under Sun Acres has four combined heat and power (CHP) reciprocating natural gas engines with a total capacity of ~13 MW. The company is looking for a responsible and reliable candidate to operate and perform maintenance on the engines and greenhouse systems.
The position will include:
-Ability to work in a team environment
– Extensive off and on-site training on both the CHP engines and greenhouse systems
– Daily inspections and maintaining log sheets
– Performing general service and maintenance; key contact for technical issues
– Attending to system alarms
– Understanding and using the greenhouse controls platform
– Managing spare part inventory and supplies
– General daily operations of the facility
– Working with heating, irrigation, ventilation, curtains, scissor karts, sorting equipment, automated stacking, and bagging machines; pumps, motors, frequency drives, boilers, piping, valves, heat exchangers, radiators, tanks, sensors, relays, batteries, computers, electrical, electronics.
The following items are required:
– Maintenance experience
– General engine and mechanics knowledge
Greenhouse maintenance experience, background as a mechanic and experience with cogeneration engines would be considered an asset. This is a dynamic position well-suited for someone with a desire to learn and work in a team environment. A competitive salary with benefits will be provided.
Greenhouse General Labour
Under Sun Acres is looking for full time general farm greenhouse labour. Multiple openings available. Must be available for 50hrs a week including weekends. Job requirements include planting, crop work, harvesting, packing and post-harvest clean up. Work conditions are fast paced, repetitive, heavy handing, physically demanding and extended periods of standing. Work site indoors/outdoors and hot/cold environments. You must have your own transportation. No experience or education required. Minimum wage of $14.18/Hour is offered plus performance bonus.
Greenhouse General Labour
Rising Sun Acres is looking for full time general farm greenhouse labour. Multiple openings available. Must be available for 50hrs a week including weekends. Job requirements include planting, crop work, harvesting, packing and post-harvest clean up. Work conditions are fast paced, repetitive, heavy handing, physically demanding and extended periods of standing. Work site indoors/outdoors and hot/cold environments. You must have your own transportation. No experience or education required. Minimum wage of $14.18/Hour is offered plus performance bonus.
