Temporary Field/Lab Assistant

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for a temporary horticultural position. This role involves hands-on work in vegetable production, where candidates will engage in various tasks such as planting, grafting, and harvesting plants. Ideal candidates should possess a strong interest in horticulture and be prepared for physically demanding work in outdoor conditions. The position offers a full-time schedule with opportunities for overtime during peak seasons. If you are passionate about agriculture and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a background in horticulture or agricultural production.
• Ability to perform manual labor and work in hot, humid conditions.

Responsibilities

• Duties include cutting, planting, grafting, and harvesting plants.
• Candidates must be flexible and able to work in a team or individually.

Skills

Manual Labor

Teamwork

Flexibility

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Education

1-2 years of college education in agriculture or horticulture

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number: PG194899TM

Position Number: 11ASO3409

Position Type: Temporary

Department: Horticultural Science

Job Responsibilities

Prefer candidate to have interest in vegetable production or horticulture. Most activities are field-related. Duties include:

1. Cutting plants
2. Planting seed
3. Planting transplants
4. Grafting plants
5. Applying fertilizer
6. Evaluating commodity quality
7. Harvesting

Candidate should be able to work within a group setting as well as individually. Candidate must be flexible with their schedule and willing to perform manual labor daily. Working conditions are often hot and humid.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 6am-6pm is the general range of hours. Start and end times will depend on daily travel and tasks to be completed (aim is for 40-45 hours per week, with some overtime expected during the peak season, 50-55 hours). This full-time work schedule would begin in earnest in late April or May. We would also like to have some employees start as early as March, part-time.

Minimum Requirements

Department Required Skills:

• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds on a routine basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 1-2 years of college education with a background in vegetable/agricultural production or individuals with a major or degree in horticulture/agriculture science or allied discipline.
• Field research experience or farming background is a plus.

Equal Opportunity Statement

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Application Process

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail]. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If the highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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