Temporary Field and Greenhouse Technician

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance for Temporary Empl

LEAD courses

Attend non-revenue sporting events for

Job summary

NC State University’s Horticultural Science department in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Temporary Field and Greenhouse Technician to support field and greenhouse activities, including planting, fertilizing, data collection, and harvesting for pea and yam projects. The role requires outdoor work and operation of small research equipment.

Average schedule is up to 40 hours per week with a temporary assignment. Valid NC driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Field and greenhouse work experience.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work in greenhouse environment.
• Ability to operate small research equipment.

Responsibilities

• Supporting field and greenhouse activities within the Pea and yam projects.
• Cutting plants, planting seed, planting transplants, applying fertilizer, field data collection and harvesting.
• Other related activities as needed.

Skills

Field and greenhouse work experience

Ability to work outdoors in varying/od

Ability to work in greenhouse

Operate small research equipment

Education

Combination of training and experience

Tools

Small research equipment

Job description

Posting Number

PG196257TM

Position Number

11ASO3765

Position Type

Temporary

Essential Job Duties

Daily duties include:

• Supporting field and greenhouse activities within the Pea and yam projects
• Cutting plants, planting seed, planting transplants, applying fertilizer, field data collection and harvesting
• Other related activities as needed

Is Time Limited

No

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

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What we offer:

• Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses
• Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

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Job City & State

Raleigh, NC

Department

Horticultural Science

Classification Title

Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title

Temporary Field and Greenhouse Technician

Work Schedule

Up to 40/hrs per week

Other Work/Responsibilities

• n/a

Minimum Experience/Education

• Combination of training and experience required to perform the duties

Department Required Skills

• Field and greenhouse work experience
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to work in greenhouse environment
• Ability to operate small research equipment

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• 3 years of relative experience
• Experience operating farm equipment

Required License or Certification

• Valid driver’s license

Valid NC Driver's License required?

Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required?

No

Anticipated Hiring Range

$20/hr

Job Open Date

10/13/2026

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/236117

EEO

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