Horticulture Field & Lab Technician

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 22,042,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free

Job summary

A regional university in North Carolina is seeking a Temporary Field/Lab Technician to assist with various horticultural duties including planting, harvesting, and evaluating crops. Candidates should be able to perform manual labor in hot and humid conditions and have some flexibility in scheduling. A background in vegetable production or horticulture is preferred. The position offers a full-time work schedule starting in late April, with potential part-time work starting in March.

Qualifications

• Must have background in vegetable/agricultural production.
• Field research experience or farming background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor including planting and harvesting crops.
• Work flexible hours Monday to Friday, 6am-6pm.

Skills

Ability to lift at least 50 pounds

Ability to work in hot and humid conditions

Education

1-2 years of college education in vegetable/agriculture

Job description

A regional university in North Carolina is seeking a Temporary Field/Lab Technician to assist with various horticultural duties including planting, harvesting, and evaluating crops. Candidates should be able to perform manual labor in hot and humid conditions and have some flexibility in scheduling. A background in vegetable production or horticulture is preferred. The position offers a full-time work schedule starting in late April, with potential part-time work starting in March.