Greenhouse Technician

At Pepper Joe’s, we aren’t working in your typical greenhouse!

Are you an entrepreneurial self-starter who loves building systems, writing protocols, and owning outcomes? If so, you’ll fit right in with the Pepper Joe’s brand and our highly independent team! We grow super-hot pepper plants for shipment and for seed sales in a hydroponic, little to no-soil environment in Urbana, Iowa. As a Full-Time Greenhouse Technician, you’ll contribute to the team by helping scale our high-energy operation, fueling the Pepper Joe’s brand—home to some of the hottest pepper seeds, plants, and pods on the market.

Starting Pay: $20-22/hr

What you’ll be doing:

• Own production operations end-to-end: propagation, vegetative growth, pollination support, harvest, de-seeding, drying, and seed conditioning.
• Run a clean, bio-secure house: sanitation plans, tool/space hygiene, and PPE compliance (capsaicin exposure is real—gloves, eye protection, masks/respirators as needed).
• Dial in hydroponics: mix nutrients, manage reservoirs and EC/pH, monitor irrigation cycles, and keep systems (pumps, lines, sensors) humming.
• Build and document SOPs: create clear protocols for fertilization schedules, plant testing, pruning, harvest, seed extraction, drying, and storage.
• Track the data: log germination rates, seed purity/viability, yields, and environmental metrics; use data to drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate cross-team work: partner on shipping/order timing, inventory accuracy, and equipment maintenance schedules.
• Lead seasonal pushes: organize crews for harvesting and de-seeding; train teammates on safety and quality standards.

You’ll thrive here if you:

• Bring a builder’s mindset: you see gaps, design a process, and document it.
• Are hands-on and technical: comfortable troubleshooting pumps, plumbing, sensors, timers, and environmental controls.
• Communicate clearly and keep work organized—lists, checklists, and clean logs are your norm.
• Are math-confident (mixing nutrients, dilutions, basic stats/percentages) and tool-savvy (Excel/Sheets, Outlook/Email).
• Don’t mind heat/humidity, strong peppers, and fast pace; you suit up and get it done.
• Have experience in hydroponic production or seed production, preferred but not required.
• Have knowledge of Plant Science, Horticulture, or related field, highly preferred but not required.

Work environment & physical requirements:

• Standing/walking most of the shift; lifting up to ~50 lbs; repetitive tasks during peak harvest/de-seeding.
• Greenhouse heat/humidity; capsaicin handling with required PPE.
• Some seasonal/weekend work during peak cycles.

What Clickstop provides:

• The opportunity to pursue your best self (as an employee, parent, partner, citizen, etc.) We believe coming to work shouldn’t be transactional, but instead should be a purpose-driven experience.
• Recognition for personal, team, and company accomplishments, because Clickstop’s success is a reflection of your engagement and excellence.   
• Professional and personal development opportunities.  
• We offer great benefits, a competitive compensation package, and a generous amount of time off. But what truly sets us apart is how we work and the environment we work in!
• Full-Time Benefits, including:    
• Health Insurance ($0 Premium Option)   
• Dental & Vision Insurance   
• 401K Match   
• PTO, Paid Holidays, and Volunteer Time Off   
• Life and Disability Insurance   
• ESOP – After one full year of service and minimum hour requirement is met   

Job location: Urbana IA
*Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check. 
Clickstop is an Equal Opportunity Employer.