Student Employee, Greenhouse/Outdoor Land Lab Assistant

Joliet Junior College; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Student Employee for their Greenhouse/Outdoor Land Lab. This part-time role offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in horticulture while balancing their studies. Responsibilities include irrigation, plant maintenance, and customer relations, all within a dynamic greenhouse environment. The position allows for flexible scheduling around classes, making it ideal for students eager to learn and contribute. If you are passionate about plants and eager to develop your skills, this role could be a perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• GPA of 2.0 or above and enrolled at JJC with at least 6 credit hours.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Irrigation of greenhouses and gardens including weekends.
• Transplanting and propagating collections and crops.
• Maintenance tasks such as weeding, cleaning, and deliveries.

Skills

Good oral/written communication

Organization skills

Time management skills

Cultural competence

Emotional intelligence

Education

Horticulture Degree

Job description

Position Title:

Student Employee, Greenhouse/Outdoor Land Lab Assistant

Job Description:

Student Employee, Greenhouse/Outdoor Land Lab Assistant

Position Details:

• Status: Part time
• Department: Agriculture/Horticulture
• Division: Academic Affairs
• Reports To: Carmine Napolitano, Greenhouse Supervisor
• Classification: Non-exempt
• Hiring Range: $15.00 per hour (Position is FWS Eligible)

Essential Job Duties and Key Responsibilities

1. Irrigation of greenhouses and gardens including weekends.
2. Transplanting and propagating collections and crops.
3. Plant sales, customer relations, money handling.
4. Maintenance tasks such as weeding, cleaning, installations, mulching, and deliveries.
5. Record keeping of crops, deliveries, and chemical applications.
6. Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• GPA of 2.0 or above.
• Must be enrolled at JJC in at least 6 credit hours.
• Completing a Horticulture Degree.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays.
• Good oral/written communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships, displaying cultural competence and emotional intelligence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some experience in greenhouse and garden-related work.
• Valid Driver's license.
• Self-starter, able to work independently.
• English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.
• Demonstrated multicultural competence.

Physical Demands

Lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, stand for extended periods, bend down to pull weeds or plant, do stairs.

Working Conditions

Duties are performed in greenhouses with possible wet floors, high or low temperatures, and high humidity. Duties are also performed in the Formal Gardens or Land Lab with plants, water, high or low temperatures, possible insects and irritants.

Schedule and Benefits

This is a student employee position that works around your class schedule. May work up to 20 hours per week during fall and spring semesters. During summer and holiday breaks (Winter/Spring), may work up to 28 hours per week with supervisor approval.

Benefits information can be found at Total Rewards | Joliet Junior College.