Greenhouse and Horticulture Associate

The Carnegie Institution for Science located at 260 Panama Street on the Stanford campus has an immediate opening for a part time Greenhouse/Horticulture Associate. Carnegie is located on the Stanford campus and comprises two departments, the Department of Plant Biology and the Department of Global Ecology.

This position is a non-exempt, hourly position for 15 hours per week, which includes regular weekend and holiday hours. These hours can be spread out over three to five days per week.

Job Summary: Applicant will provide hands-on support in all operation functions of the growth facility (80%) and grounds (20%). Work includes weekends, holidays & vacations plus pesticide application every two or three months.

Qualifications:
• Minimum one year experience in working with plants
• Proof of reliable work attendance
• Ability to work outdoors year-round, in greenhouses and wet environments.
• Works in harmony with co-workers and follows instructions
• Capable of working autonomously
• Ability to lift 60 lbs, and sometimes work from on a max. 4’ tall step ladder.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, dig, and kneel.

Requirements:
• Receive and maintain a QAC (Qualified Applicators Certificate) through CDPR (California Department of Pesticide Regulation) within the two months of employment in order to apply pesticides; expenses for certification to be paid by employer
• Balances productivity with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to operate machinery/equipment necessary for the position.

Desirable attributes:
• Strong work ethics
• Proficient interpersonal skills
• Effective communication
• Ability to prioritize
• Problem solving skills
• Provides input & shows initiative for continuing improvements

Hourly Rate - $17 for routine greenhouse and grounds work. $25 for periodic pesticide duties and responsibilities. Carnegie Institution for Science is an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing representation of women and minorities in science and science administration.

Interested applicants should submit a resume to jobs.carnegiescience.edu/jobs/apply/9583/