Job description
This recruitment will be used to fill two part-time (a maximum of 20 hours per week) Greenhouse Laborer positions for the Ag Greenhouse Operations at Oregon State University (OSU).
Greenhouse Operations is recruiting for students to work at the West Greenhouses. Position will perform routine to complex technical or specialized tasks in support of greenhouse research. Primary tasks include daily temperature and HVC checks, hand watering, and assisting in greenhouse maintenance tasks. Occasional weekend work required. Selection is dependent on availability and class schedule.
Position Duties
Greenhouse Operations is recruiting for students to work at the West Greenhouses. Position will perform routine to complex technical or specialized tasks in support of greenhouse research. Primary tasks include daily temperature and HVC checks, hand watering, and assisting in greenhouse maintenance tasks. Occasional weekend work required. Selection is dependent on availability and class schedule.
100% Duties to be determined by hiring unit.
Other duties include:
- Hand watering
- Checks of environmental control system
- General greenhouse clean up and sanitation
- Occasional greenhouse maintenance and upkeep
Employment Eligibility Requirements (http://fa.oregonstate.edu/stu-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements)
Additional Required Qualifications
- A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
- Full/part-time undergraduate student
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing to greenhouse staff and clientele.
- Basic understanding of plant cultural needs such as watering and environment.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, use ladders, and manipulate watering hoses.
- Ability to work occasional weekends and holidays
- Ability to work in extreme temperatures, lighting, humidity, and dust conditions
- May have exposure to noxious odors, loud noises, wet and slippery floors, and machinery.
- May be exposed to extreme temperatures, lighting, humidity, and dust conditions.
- May maneuver up to 50 lbs. and may be required to stoop, bend and kneel on hard floors as necessary, and push or pull carts.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P09060SE
Number of Vacancies
2
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
09/19/2022
Anticipated Appointment End Date
12/31/2022
Posting Date
09/01/2022
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date
09/16/2022
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
- A Resume
- A Cover Letter
- Fall 2022 class schedule
For additional information please contact: Lydia Graber at lydia.graber@oregonstate.edu
OSU is committed to the health of our local and global community. All employees and students are required to comply with the university’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program. Please visit https://covid.oregonstate.edu/ for additional information about OSU’s plans for safety and success, as well as options for compliance with the vaccination program.
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.
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