About this role
Greenhouse Grower/Operator – 153-26-4
Community Health and Wellness, Wellbeing
Full-Time Contract (1 Year)
Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday, August 26, 2026, for the Greenhouse Grower/Operator with Community Health and Wellness, Wellbeing. The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting and Job Description are available for printing from the www.greatsn.com website. Online applications accepted through My Job Search. NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED.
Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.
JOB SUMMARY: The Greenhouse Grower/Operator reports to the Manager of Allied Health Services, Department of Wellbeing.
The role of the Greenhouse Grower/Operator is to support plant growth and crop production in a controlled greenhouse environment while ensuring efficient, high-quality and sustainable growing practices. This includes planting, irrigation, fertilization, pest scouting, environmental monitoring, harvesting, and equipment maintenance; completing daily operational checks; and adhering to sanitation, quality assurance, and safety protocols to maintain optimal year-round conditions. The role also supports the integration of Haudenosaunee food knowledge into greenhouse planning and programming.
Type
Full Time Contract (1 year)
Closing Date
August 26, 2026
Hours of Work
35hrs/week
Wage
$63,200/annually
*A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications.*
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate of a diploma program in Greenhouse Technician, Horticulture Technician or related field
- 2-3 years demonstrated experience operating a greenhouse
- Must possess a Greenhouse Structural Exterminator's License
- Familiarity with Haudenosaunee food and food ways
- Must possess a valid ‘G' class license and a vehicle
- High level of computer skills – Microsoft Office, MS Word & Excel
SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: (Choose one method ONLY):
Method #1: Online
• Please visit: My Job Search to access our job board and follow the directions to apply.
• Please ensure all required documents are provided/uploaded with your application package, which include:
• Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
• Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
• Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
• If you have any questions or need assistance please reach out to Mary Ann Alldis, HR Business Partner at 519-445-2223 ext. 5755 or via email at [email protected].
Method #2: GREAT – Applications must include all of the following:
• Printed, filled in and authorized Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form.
• Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
• Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
• Photocopy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
• Place all documents listed above in a sealed envelope and mail to or drop off at:
Greenhouse Grower/Operator –Contract (1 Year)– 153-26-4
c/o Reception Desk
Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)
P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court
Ohsweken, Ontario N0A 1M0
POSITION DESCRIPTION- DEPARTMENT OF WELL-BEING
POSITION TITLE: Greenhouse Grower/Operator
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to and receives direct supervision from the Manager of Allied Health, Department of Well-Being, and Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council.
PURPOSE & SCOPE OF THE POSITION:
The role of the Greenhouse Grower/Operator is to support plant growth and crop production in a controlled greenhouse environment while ensuring efficient, high-quality and sustainable growing practices. This includes planting, irrigation, fertilization, pest scouting, environmental monitoring, harvesting, and equipment maintenance; completing daily operational checks; and adhering to sanitation, quality assurance, and safety protocols to maintain optimal year-round conditions. The role also supports the integration of Haudenosaunee food knowledge into greenhouse planning and programming.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• TECHNICAL FUNCTIONS:
• Greenhouse Operations
• Establish, monitor, and adjust environmental conditions to optimize crop production
• Operate and maintain irrigation, fertilization and climate control systems
• Perform crop planting, propagating, transplanting, pruning and general crop care activities, incorporating Haudenosaunee food knowledge into planting plans and crop selection.
• Monitor and test soil, growing media, water quality and nutrient levels
• Maintain greenhouse machinery and tools
• Complete daily environmental data recording
• Harvest, label, package, refrigerate, and prepare crops for distribution, sale, or program use in accordance with quality standards
• Track crop growth, yields, and production; maintain accurate greenhouse records and documentation to support operational planning and reporting
• Monitor crop health and identify production issues, implementing corrective actions a required.
• Implement integrated pest management practices and disease prevention and control measures.
• Equipment and Facility Maintenance
• Inspect and maintain greenhouse equipment, machinery, tools, and infrastructure to ensure safe and efficient operation
• Coordinate routine greenhouse maintenance and activities with greenhouse support staff.
• Complete end-of day walkthroughs, final sanitation checks, tools disinfection, climate control setting checks, equipment storage
• Order and maintain inventories of supplies, materials, growing media, fertilizers, and equipment.
• Adhere to established health and safety policies, infection prevention and control procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure safe handling, storage and application of fertilizers, pesticides and other greenhouse materials.
• Operate automated climate control systems and perform manual environmental adjustments to maintain appropriate internal temperature and growing conditions
• Support and Program Collaboration
• Assist with training staff, students, volunteers, and program participants in greenhouse operations, safety and best practices
• Collaborate with greenhouse support staff to ensure efficient daily operations.
• Support the planning, integration and ongoing operation of greenhouse-based activities within the Department of Well-Being programs and other educational and community initiatives.
• Support quality assurance by ensuring harvested produce meets grading, labelling, and storage standards
• COMMUNICATIONS FUNCTIONS:
• Attends regular staff meetings with the Health Promotion team
• Employs appropriate communication skills when interacting with participants, families and other staff
• Follows procedures for reporting hazardous conditions, equipment and incidents
• Ensures privacy is maintained in accordance with relevant regulations
• Communicates regularly with the Manager of Allied Health
• ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS:
• Planning weekly itinerary and completing monthly work reports and statistics
• Maintain daily operational checklists
• Follow established reporting procedures as laid out by the program
• Complete necessary monthly report forms and ensure relevant statistics are maintained as required
• Review policy and procedure manual, work plans and job descriptions annually
• Coordinate and schedule greenhouse events, programs and activities
• OTHER FUNCTIONS:
Other duties as assigned or deemed necessary as it relates to the position.
• Provides support to the Six Nations Emergency Measures Plan by ensuring awareness of the Emergency measures Plan and assistance as instructed by the Director of Well-Being
• It is the responsibility of the employee to be aware of and adhere to all policies and procedures, including those that relate to client safety, staff safety and risk management.
• Assists in implementing, coordinating and leading projects and initiatives taken on by Six Nations Department of Well-Being, as necessary.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work may at times be subject to unscheduled hours
Work takes place primarily in a greenhouse environment with exposure to heat, humidity, temperature fluctuations.
Work requires frequent bending, lifting, reaching, standing and walking for extended periods of time.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
With the Manager of Allied Health
Receives direction, guidance, encouragement; discusses plans and priorities.
With Other Staff
Promotes courtesy, co-operation and teamwork with all staff.
With External Agencies
Represents and promotes Six Nations interests relative to the Department of Well-Being; maintains awareness of legislative policy and program changes; seeks to develop close working relationships.
With the Public
Represents and promotes the health services interests of Six Nations; works in a courteous, co-operative positive and proactive manner, provides information and advice.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Minimum Requirements:
• Graduate of a diploma program in Greenhouse Technician, Horticulture Technician or related field
- 2-3 years demonstrated experience operating a greenhouse
- Must possess a Greenhouse Structural Exterminator's License
- Familiarity with Haudenosaunee food and food ways
- Must possess a valid ‘G' class license and a vehicle
- High level of computer skills – Microsoft Office, MS Word & Excel
Other Related Skills:
• Familiar with the Six Nations community and services available in the area
• Strong organizational skills and, able to work independently and work cooperatively with other service providers.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
IMPACT OF ERROR:
Errors in judgement and in the conduct of duties could lead to loss credibility, poor public relations, confusion, duplication of effort and misinformation being given to the Director of Well-Being, Well-Being Committee, Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council, Government Agencies and the public.
CONTROL:
Guiding principles set by the Department of Well-Being and Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council. Works within the administrative policies and procedures established by the Six Nations of the Grand River for the Department of Well-Being and other legislation provided by the respective governments.