Greenhouse Associate PT

Ivy Tech Community College • Marion, IN

2d • $15 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Agriculture Program Chair, the Greenhouse Associate conducts a variety of duties in the campus greenhouse utilizing decision-making skills and advanced responsibility abilities. This is a part-time position- 15 hours per week. Duties and Responsibilities: Plant, grow, maintain, and harvest fruit, vegetable, and tropical plants in greenhouse as directed by Program Chair Maintain and troubleshoot multiple hydroponics and aquaponics systems Keep records as required Complete organizational projects within greenhouse Perform custodial tasks such as sweeping and sanitizing equipment Support the Agriculture program by assisting with preparation for special events such as tours and plant adoption days General Qualifications: General plant and gardening knowledge and experience Able to occasionally lift 50 pounds Able to work in a warm, humid environment and stand for a few hours at a time Curious about the plant world and anxious to learn more Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour Preferred Qualifications: Minimum of 1 year experience in a greenhouse environment Experience with hydroponics, aquaponics and/or aquariums Servsafe Training Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include: Health & Wellness Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources Financial & Retirement Benefits All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings Educational Benefits Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits. Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights. At Ivy Tech, you’ll be part of something bigger, where collaboration fuels innovation, learning is a shared journey, and meaningful goals become life-changing achievements. As Indiana’s only full-fledged community college, we’re deeply rooted in our mission to empower students, strengthen communities, and support one another every step of the way. No matter your role, you’ll be valued, supported, and inspired because here, people come first. Our faculty and staff are united by purpose, driven by passion, and proud of the difference we make together. Join a team where your work matters. Discover your potential. Make your impact. Ivy Tech is the largest singly accredited community college system in the nation. Providing education across Indiana, we motivate and inspire students as they pursue their futures. To achieve this, it takes a community of over 6,500 employees in 75 locations. Competitive benefits and professional development programs The most advanced technologies in our classrooms and training facilities Collaborative and innovative culture with a focus on creativity and employee belonging Commitment to adapting to meet Indiana's workforce needs and fostering a sustainable, inclusive workplace

Requirements

• General plant and gardening knowledge and experience
• Able to occasionally lift 50 pounds
• Able to work in a warm, humid environment and stand for a few hours at a time
• Curious about the plant world and anxious to learn more

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a greenhouse environment
• Experience with hydroponics, aquaponics and/or aquariums
• Servsafe Training

Responsibilities

• Plant, grow, maintain, and harvest fruit, vegetable, and tropical plants in greenhouse as directed by Program Chair
• Maintain and troubleshoot multiple hydroponics and aquaponics systems
• Keep records as required
• Complete organizational projects within greenhouse
• Perform custodial tasks such as sweeping and sanitizing equipment
• Support the Agriculture program by assisting with preparation for special events such as tours and plant adoption days

Benefits

• Health & Wellness Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• Financial & Retirement Benefits All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings
• Educational Benefits Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents
• For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees