Greenhouse Technician (Weekend Shift)

Job Description

Job Description

BC Forward is looking for Greenhouse Technician (Weekend Shift) in Johnston, IA 50131

Position Title : Greenhouse Technician (Weekend Shift)

Locations :  7305 Northwest 62nd Avenue, Johnston, IA 50131

Anticipated Start Date : 11 / 03

Expected Duration :   12 Months

Job Type : Contract with possible extension

Shift : 7 : 30 AM – 4 : 00 PM , Wednesday to Sunday or Saturday to Wednesday

Pay Rate $26.00 / hr. on W2

Need :  High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree in a related plant science field preferred, or 2+ years of relevant experience accepted.

Job Description :

Job Title :  Greenhouse Technician (Weekend Shifted)

Description :

We are seeking a responsible and highly motivated individual to join our Controlled Environments Team as a Greenhouse Technician (Weekend Shifted). In this role, you will contribute to growing what’s next — helping to build the future of agriculture through innovation, technology, and a people-first approach.

This position is based at our Johnston, Iowa research facility and will primarily assist with the preparation and execution of routine greenhouse activities, including seeding, pollinating, transplanting, watering, harvesting, tissue sampling, data collection and handling, and general greenhouse maintenance. You will help ensure a professional, clean, and safe work environment while adhering to all compliance and safety standards.

We are looking for candidates who take initiative, enjoy learning, work hard, and demonstrate a stable work history. The facility spans 4 acres, requires extensive walking, and operates as a smoke-free campus where chemicals are used in daily operations.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Perform daily plant care activities, including seeding, pollination, transplanting, watering, harvesting, and seed management for crops such as corn, soybean, wheat, canola, and other varieties.
• Collect and prepare small plant tissue samples for laboratory analysis, ensuring accurate sample identification and proper storage for large volumes of specimens.
• Support experimental procedures, assist in data collection, and maintain detailed and accurate records.
• Perform routine greenhouse sanitation tasks, including the safe disposal of regulated materials and destruction of waste in compliance with safety protocols.

Job Qualifications :

Hours :

Work shift : 7 : 30 AM – 4 : 00 PM

Shifted schedule : Wednesday to Sunday or Saturday to Wednesday

Company Description

About BCforward :

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class places to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer.

Company Description

About BCforward : \r\n\r\nFounded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.\r\n\r\nBCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class places to work.\r\n\r\nBCforward is an equal opportunity employer.