Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.00 - $20.00
Benefits
401k
EAP
Job Description
Friends of Switchpoint is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to serving individuals, families, and veterans who experience poverty and homelessness. Since its establishment in 2014, the organization has built a strong reputation for empowering vulnerable populations through compassionate support and innovative programs. Friends of Switchpoint operates with a clear mission to address the root causes of poverty by providing personalized and comprehensive assistance to each client. Their holistic approach ensures that clients receive tailored plans designed to promote self-sufficiency and enable them to reintegrate and contribute positively back to the community. The organization embraces values such as kindness, connection, kinship,... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- at least 1 year of experience on a hydroponic farm preferred
- knowledge of botany and growing plants without soil
- excellent people skills
- ability to lead a large team during harvest
- forward-thinking mindset
- ability to conduct formal training sessions and presentations
- interest in the hydroponic industry
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- at least 1 year of experience on a hydroponic farm preferred
- knowledge of botany and growing plants without soil
- excellent people skills
- ability to lead a large team during harvest
- forward-thinking mindset
- ability to conduct formal training sessions and presentations
- interest in the hydroponic industry
Job Duties
- Oversee all operations of the garden
- train and manage hydroponic growers and volunteers
- set standards for growing all specimens including schedule and nutrient intake
- ensure proper preparation for harvesting times
- maintain or replace hydroponic equipment
- monitor and order supplies
- experiment with growing conditions to improve efficiency
- compile a budget
- communicate with management on grower activities and maintenance plans
- work with Chief Strategic Officer to explore new revenue opportunities
- test water quality regularly
- suggest marketing strategies to promote products
- prepare projected budgets and maximize financial results
- maintain accurate orders, invoices, and financial books
- run regular financial reports
- ensure great customer service skills
- manage day-to-day operations with co-workers
- transport commodities to cooler or customers
- adapt to changes in job duties as needed
- report critical incidents immediately
- collect data for funding requirements and reports
- educate public, donors, and partners about vermiculture and sustainable composting
- lead farm tours and workshops when applicable
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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