About Iron Ox
Iron Ox is building robotic greenhouses to bring fresh and affordable produce to everyone. We're a team from Willow Garage, Google[x], and Savioke that are passionate about deeply understanding and developing the new wave of technology to feed people. Iron Ox is a well-funded startup backed by Y Combinator and located in the SF Bay Area.
Who we're looking for
We are looking for a high quality, ambitious candidate to assist with operations of a fast-paced, innovative startup. The ideal operations assistant is a motivated, organized individual with a passion for agriculture and/or robotics. As Assistant Grower at Iron Ox, you will assist with daily farm operations and be a key member of the Iron Ox team. This is a full-time position.
Requirements
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Minimum of an Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent, in agriculture, horticulture or plant science or two years of related experience and/or training.
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Basic computer skills, experience with G Suite / Microsoft Office.
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Great time management, organization, and interpersonal skills.
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Basic hand tool experience.
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Self starters who have a great attention to detail and a willingness to learn new subjects.
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Proactive, goal oriented individuals who take pride in their accomplishments.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Management of Seeding, Transplanting, and Harvesting.
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Tasks such as testing pH, EC and monitoring temperature in the growing environment.
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Integrated Pest Management (IPM) including to development of IPM plan and managing the ecosystem.
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Data collection and analysis, record keeping, and safety tasks.
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Inventory control for growing supplies.
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Staging, maintenance and cleaning of hydroponic growing systems and equipment.
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Maintain facilities appearance and ensure areas are clean and tidy.
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Troubleshoot all of the above items and perform independent judgements.
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Must be capable of acting as interim Grower when required.
Nice to haves
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Experience with indoor farming, hydroponics, food safety a plus.
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PCA license or other applicator certifications.
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Interest in the farming, food and robotics industries and love the fun of the startup environment and its culture.
Physical Requirements
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Ability to lift 25 pounds regularly, and up to 50 lbs occasionally.
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Ability to bend at the waist, crouch, stoop, squat, and kneel.
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Fine manipulation with hands, pinching and other work done primarily with fingers.
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Ability to work in greenhouse conditions, wide range of temperatures, humidity, and sunlight.
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Stand for extended periods of time.
Benefits
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Build technology that feeds people.
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Medical, dental and vision
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Fresh salad bar for employees.
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As an early employee, you’ll have key impact on the company.