Tree Production I

Role summary

Tree Production I is a full-time role at Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery LLC in Fillmore, California, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-10. Salary: USD 17–18 per hour. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.

Job title

Tree Production I

Company

Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery LLC

Location

Fillmore, California, United States

Work arrangement

on-site

Employment type

full-time

Category

Healthcare Support

Salary

USD 17–18 per hour

Experience level

0-2

Degree required

No

Date posted

2026-08-10

Job description

Tree Production Level I

Location: Fillmore

Schedule: Full-Time | Outdoor Production Role

Compensation: $17.20 - $18.00 per hour, depending on experience

The Role

Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery is seeking dependable Tree Production Level I team members to support container shifting and tree production within the nursery.

This role is responsible for shifting trees from smaller containers to larger containers as they mature, following proper planting techniques to ensure healthy root development and long-term plant quality. Tree Production team members play a critical role in maintaining production standards and supporting overall nursery growth cycles.

Success in this role requires attention to detail, physical stamina, and a commitment to plant health and quality.

What You’ll Do

Shift trees into larger containers as directed

Follow proper planting techniques, including root pruning and depth placement

Ensure proper irrigation after shifting

Maintain plant identification and quality standards

Assist with stocking and organizing trees after shifting

Maintain cleanliness and safety within assigned production areas

Utilize and maintain required PPE and equipment

Assist other nursery departments as needed

What You Bring

Required

Basic knowledge of plant identification and quality

Ability to follow planting and production procedures

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Physical ability to perform repetitive production tasks

Preferred

Nursery or horticulture production experience

Experience with container shifting or transplanting

Work Environment & Expectations

This is a physically demanding outdoor production role performed in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, and rain. Work is conducted on uneven ground surfaces with extensive walking required.

Physical requirements include:

Frequent bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, and squatting

Lifting up to 50 lbs (75% of the time)

Team lifting up to 100 lbs (25% of the time)

Frequent gross grasping and use of hands and fingers

PPE is required as applicable.

If you're a dependable team member who takes pride in proper planting technique, plant quality, and supporting nursery production standards, we’d like to speak with you.

Benefits

401(k) with 4% company match (when eligible)

Kaiser HMO and Anthem EPO medical plans (employer contribution provided)

Basic Life Insurance

Dental, Vision, and voluntary insurance options

Vacation, Sick, and Holiday pay

Why Devil Mountain?

Founded in Northern California in 1995, Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery has grown from a small horticultural brokerage into one of the leading wholesale nurseries in the region, with growing grounds and selling locations across Northern and Southern California.

We are committed to delivering the highest quality plants, expert product knowledge, and exceptional service to the landscape trade. Everything we do is focused on helping our customers succeed.

Our employees are our roots. We foster a supportive, team-oriented, and performance-driven environment where accountability matters, commitments are honored, and strong work ethic is recognized. We invest in developing our people and building careers that grow alongside the company.

Employment Eligibility

Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery participates in E-Verify. All newly hired employees are required to complete Form I-9 and participate in the E-Verify employment eligibility verification process.

Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.