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The Pennsylvania State University

The successful candidates will assist in research on the genetics of plant responses to climate ... Interest in horticulture, geography, or environment is beneficial. Please submit an application ...

Sun Gro Horticulture

Lab Technician

Santa Maria, CA · On-site

$19.50 - $26/hr

Sun Gro Horticulture is one of the most prominent North American horticultural companies, employing ... Calibrate and maintain laboratory testing equipment * Assist operations with mix line and plant ...

Sun Gro Horticulture

Lab Technician

Santa Maria, CA · On-site

$19.50 - $26/hr

Sun Gro Horticulture is one of the most prominent North American horticultural companies, employing ... Assist operations with mix line and plant calibration when needed • Follow proper escalation ...

CYNET SYSTEMS

Laboratory Assistant

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$24/hr

Prior Greenhouse & Lab Experience. * AS/BS Degree in Biology or Plant Science preferred but not ... Education or background in plant biology and/or horticulture. Qualification And Education:

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Student Employee, Greenhouse/Outdoor Land Lab Assistant

Campus, IL

JJC Enterprises
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$15/hr

Part-time

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Job description

Position Title:

Student Employee, Greenhouse/Outdoor Land Lab Assistant

Job Description:

This position reflects a continuous hiring need. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply while the posting remains active .

POSITION TITLE: Student Employee, Greenhouse/Outdoor Land Lab Assistant

STATUS: Part time

DEPARTMENT: Agriculture/Horticulture

DIVISION: Academic Affairs

REPORTS TO: Ashley Juenke, Greenhouse/Horticulture Outdoor Labs Supervisor

CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt

HIRING RANGE: $15.00 per hour

(Position is FWS Eligible)

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Irrigation of greenhouses and gardens including weekends.
2. Transplanting and propagating of collections and crops.
3. Plant sales, customer relations, money handling.
4. Maintenance: weeding, cleaning, installations, mulching, deliveries.
5. Record keeping of crops, deliveries, chemical applications.
6. Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1. GPA of 2.0 or above.

2. Must be enrolled at JJC in at least 6 credit hours during fall/spring semester.
3. Completing a Horticulture Degree.
4. Willingness to work flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
5. Good oral/written communication, organization and time management skills

6. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college and community, displaying cultural competence as well as emotional intelligence.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Some experience in greenhouse and garden related work.
2. Valid Driver's license.
3. Self-starter, able to work independently.

4. English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.
5. Demonstrated multicultural competence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, stand for extended periods, bend down to pull weeds or plant, do stairs.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Duties are performed in greenhouses with possible wet floors, high or low temperatures, and high humidity. Duties are performed in the Formal Gardens or Land Lab with plants, water, high or low temperatures, possible insects and irritants.

BENEFITS

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Part Time - Student Employees/Student Internal Internships | Joliet Junior College

Scheduled Weekly Hours: This is a student employee position that works around your class schedule. May work up to 20 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters. During summer and holiday breaks (Winter/Spring), may work up to 28 hours per week with supervisor approval.

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Part time

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