Laboratory Technician

BCForward is currently looking for Laboratory Technician (Greenhouse) in Johnston, IA 50131

Position: Laboratory Technician (Greenhouse)

Duration: 06+ Months (Possible Extension)

Location: Johnston, IA 50131

Work Type: Onsite

Schedule

* Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

* Work 1-2 weekends or holidays every 3 months, with comp days

Pay Rate: $22.75/hr on W2

Description:

Greenhouse Technician

Position Overview

The Controlled Environments Team seeks a motivated and responsible Greenhouse Technician to support research operations at our four-acre facility in Johnston, Iowa. In this role, you will contribute to the advancement of agricultural innovation by supporting daily greenhouse functions and research activities in a safe, professional, and compliant environment.

Key Responsibilities

* Diligently tassel bag and shoot bag in corn pollination rooms

* Transfer large plants on carts to correct room locations and specific locations within a room

* Perform routine greenhouse sanitation tasks like discarding regulated material

* Assist with plant care tasks, such as cotton pruning

Qualifications

* High school diploma/GED required.

* Bachelor's degree in agriculture, horticulture, plant sciences, or a related field preferred.

* Two or more years of relevant experience preferred.

* Valid Driver's License required

* Good communication skills, a high degree of self-motivation, positive attitude, attention to detail

* Works well independently and with minimal supervision but also works well in groups

* The ability to drive company vehicles, such as a tug

* Basic proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to learn internal research software.

* Capability to perform repetitive tasks, stand or sit for extended periods, and lift at least 30 lbs.

* Comfort working in warm, humid greenhouse conditions with year-round pollen exposure.

* At Client, we have a very strong safety culture and implement safety in everything that we do. You must follow all safety protocols and monitor ergonomics

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

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 place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 243595 when responding to this ad.