AeroFarms · 1 week ago
Nutrient Technician - Night Shift (6 P.M. - 6 A.M.)
Danville, VA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$19/hr - $19/hrAeroFarms is the commercial leader in Vertical Farming, dedicated to transforming agriculture for the betterment of humanity. The Nutrient Prep Technician will prepare bulk nutrient mixes, monitor concentrate levels, and ensure compliance with safety and quality rules, contributing to a positive work environment.
AgricultureAgTechCleanTechHospitality
Responsibilities
Comply with Safety rules. Safety is everyone's responsibility
Comply with Quality rules
Collaborate and help to create and keep a positive work environment
To maintain horticulture equipment
To record, track, and calibrate equipment related to pH and EC
To clean filters promptly
To weigh and mix fertilizers
Make sure that nutrient tanks are monitored daily and levels are sufficient for production
To monitor inventory of horticulture supplies
To identify and call out issues related to plant growth
To read and use grow room software as needed to verify plant condition and equipment calibration
To calibrate sensors
To collect nutrient solution and plant tissue samples for analysis as needed
To handle acids and acid management with the team
To correct EC, pH when out of range
Qualification
Required
School Diploma or equivalent
Previous experience with plants desired
Experience with food safety and HACCP protocols desired
Positive, respectful attitude
Must be detail-oriented and organized
Reliable attendance
Strong communication skills
Basic math skills
Proficient in spoken and written English
Able to operate and calibrate scales, calipers, EC/pH meter, HMI, and tablet (training provided)
Able to stand and walk for long periods
Able to lift/carry items up to 55 pounds
Able to drive scissor lift and access plants 35 feet in the air after training
Preferred
Basic computer proficiency
Benefits
401k
Medical
Dental
Vision Insurance
PTO
Company
AeroFarms
AeroFarms, B Corp leader in Indoor Vertical Farming, growing produce using up to 95% less water and no pesticides ever.
Founded in 2004
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2021 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$313.74MKey Investors
Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO)Ingka GroupMeraas
2025-08-05Series Unknown
2024-04-24Series Unknown· $4.98M
2023-09-28Undisclosed· $70.78M
Leadership Team
Molly Montgomery
CEO
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