Hippo Harvest Pescadero , CA 94060
Posted 2 months ago
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Help us grow healthy plants in our automated greenhouse
Description
Overview
In a world increasingly impacted by climate change, pollution, and population growth, conventional production of fresh/fruiting vegetables is unsustainable. Compared to field production, greenhouse hydroponic methods use 90% less water, increase yields, reduce food waste, use fewer pesticides, eliminate fertilizer runoff, and allow crops to be grown locally. However, greenhouse producers make up only a small part of today's market due to high capital/labor costs and operational complexity. To close this gap, Hippo Harvest uses new methods of hydroponics, robotics, and machine intelligence to re-imagine greenhouses and build the sustainable, economical, and scalable production systems of the future.
As a Plant Technician for Hippo Harvest your role is to assist with tasks and experiments designed to improve plant growth and consistency.
You Will
Work closely with the Plant Science team to gather and analyze data on plant performance
Record and track growing parameters to establish baselines and monitor changes
Collect and compile plant growing data (imagery, EC, pH, nutrient samples, etc.)
Monitor the quantities and quality of growing inputs
Use sterile technique to culture and isolate growing contaminants
You Have
A detail oriented mindset and willingness to learn
Experience with spreadsheets for data entry
Familiarity with basic laboratory skills (e.g. creating stock solutions, pipetting)
Ability and desire to work effectively in a team
Strong verbal and written communication skills
We Offer
An exciting and fun work environment where your contributions will make a true difference
Compensation starting at $22/hour up to 30 hours per week
Salary
$22 - $22 per hour
Hippo Harvest