Horticulture/Greenhouse Worker - Part Time

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University in University Park, PA is seeking a part-time Horticulture/Greenhouse Worker to assist with plant care, lab prep, and clean-up tasks in the greenhouse and lab. The role involves basic plant care, assisting with experiments, washing pots and organizing trays, and maintaining overall lab cleanliness.

The position starts at $19 per hour and requires background checks and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Background checks required and compliance with university policies.
• Must operate a motor vehicle as part of job duties; valid driver's license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Basic care of plants and insect colonies.
• Assist lab personnel with experimental setup.
• Wash used pots and trays used to grow plants.
• Arrange/organize pots/trays in the greenhouse.
• Clean bottles/flasks in the lab.
• Organize cleaned bottles/flasks and maintain overall lab cleanliness.

Job description

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

Job Description And Position Requirements

The College of Agricultural sciences is seeking applicants for part-time job of Horticulture/Greenhouse Worker - Part Time.

Job Duties

• Basic care of plants and insect colonies
• Assisting lab personnel with experimental setup
• Washing used pots and trays that we use to grow plants
• Arrange/organize pots/trays in the greenhouse
• Clean bottles/flasks in the lab
• Arrange/organize cleaned bottles/flasks in the lab and overall lab cleanliness

Compensation

The starting rate for this job is $19/hour.

Background Checks/Clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

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