Greenhouse Weekend Watering Position in Horticulture Department

2 weeks ago

Lexington, Kentucky, United States University of Kentucky Full time
Posting Details

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
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