Greenhouse Weekend Watering Position in Horticulture Department

University of Kentucky   Lexington, KY   Full-time     Farming / Fishing / Forestry
Posted on May 2, 2024
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Posting Details

Job Title

Greenhouse Weekend Watering Position in Horticulture Department

Requisition Number

DU12090

Department Name

81110:Horticulture

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Salary Range

$12.00 per hour

Type of Position

Temporary

Position Time Status

Part-Time

Required Education

None

Required Related Experience

None

Required License/Registration/Certification

Driver's License

Physical Requirements

Standing and holding garden hoses for long periods of time.
Must be able to drive between locations in own vehicle.
Must be able to communicate by text and phone.

Shift

Saturday & Sunday, 4 hours per day

Job Summary

This is a Greenhouse Weekend Watering position in the Department of Horticulture for two locations: Campus Teaching Greenhouses (near Agricultural Science North) and Horticulture Research Farm, also known as South Farm (near Nicholasville Road and Man O'War). The Weekend Waterer is responsible for watering plants and seedlings at the two greenhouse locations every Saturday and Sunday.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Experience watering plants in a greenhouse, nursery, or landscape setting is desirable; ability to follow directions and accomplish tasks while working independently; ability to communicate by text and phone.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

05/22/2024

University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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