Part-Time/Full-Time Horticulture Research OPS

Classification Title:

OPS - Time Limited

Classification Minimum Requirements:

• None

Job Description:

• Assist with project setup and maintenance for various specialty and ornamental crops
• Perform key plant maintenance tasks including but not limited to fertilization, pH and EC monitoring, potting up, weed management, pest scouting, and plant propagation.
• Aid in harvesting and processing plant material for data collection and sample analysis.
• Monitor and adjust environmental controls such as temperature, humidity, and light levels in greenhouse settings to optimize plant growth conditions.

Expected Salary:

$18.00-$20.00

Required Qualifications:

• Effective oral and written communication.
• Must be able to work in hot and humid environments.
• Ability to adhere to safety protocols and best practices when handling plants, chemicals, and equipment.
• Work well in a team setting.

Preferred:

• Associate degree or ongoing education in Biology, Horticulture, Botany, Plant Science, Agronomy, or related fields.
• Experience with greenhouse management and plant cultivation.
• Pesticide application experience.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams).

Special Instructions to Applicants:

If interested, please complete the application form and submit your CV/resume.

Part-time consideration will be up to 20 hours per week.

Full-time consideration will be up to 40 hours per week.

This is a time-limited position.

Health Assessment Required: No