Greenhouse Weekend Watering Position in Horticulture Department at University of Kentucky

Posted in Other 15 days ago.

Location: Lexington, Kentucky





Job Description:

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title Greenhouse Weekend Watering Position in Horticulture Department
Requisition Number DU12090
Department Name 81110:Horticulture
Work Location Lexington, KY
Salary Range $12.00 per hour
Type of Position Temporary
Position Time Status Part-Time
Required Education None
Required Related Experience None
Required License/Registration/Certification Driver’s License
Physical Requirements Standing and holding garden hoses for long periods of time.
Must be able to drive between locations in own vehicle.
Must be able to communicate by text and phone.
Shift Saturday & Sunday, 4 hours per day
Job Summary This is a Greenhouse Weekend Watering position in the Department of Horticulture for two locations: Campus Teaching Greenhouses (near Agricultural Science North) and Horticulture Research Farm, also known as South Farm (near Nicholasville Road and Man O’War). The Weekend Waterer is responsible for watering plants and seedlings at the two greenhouse locations every Saturday and Sunday.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Experience watering plants in a greenhouse, nursery, or landscape setting is desirable; ability to follow directions and accomplish tasks while working independently; ability to communicate by text and phone.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply 05/22/2024
University Community of Inclusion The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.


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