PT Horticulture Technician

Oklahoma State University•Warner Robins, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides assistance in the daily operations of the Greenhouses and Horticulture Complex. The Assistant to Horticulture must be able to perform all types of tasks given and manage all tasks that the greenhouse or grounds need to be done. Activities will occur under the supervision of the office of Agriculture Division Chair and the Horticulture Instructor and/or Technician.

Requirements

High School/GED
Horticulture degree (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
Knowledge of horticulture operations
Knowledge of the agriculture plant industry
Experience with customer service, sales, marketing, displays.
Ability to handle plants; work inside and outside in a variety of weather.
Ability to work well with a diverse population
Demonstrated willingness and ability to act ethically and socially responsible
Computer proficiency, including the use of Microsoft Office
Must be able to sit, bend, stoop, and to lift up to 50 pounds
Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions (i.e. high/low temperatures)

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Square Software a plus

Responsibilities

Assist Horticulture Instructor/Technician in the daily operation of the Greenhouses and Horticulture Complex.
Provide daily assistance in reports; lab set up and tear down; planting and greenhouse management and grounds management and maintenance.
Maintain, manage, store and inventory equipment, supplies and materials.
Keep facilities clean and in a manner that is presentable to the public.
Perform the duties necessary for a successful horticulture program without time and weekend constraints.
Maintain the campus flower beds through planting, weeding, irrigation, deadheading, dividing, mulching, etc.
Maintain facilities.
Maintain equipment, supplies, and vehicles related to the Agriculture division.
Coordinate and implement plant materials for large-scale events including banquets; and all campus and division events.
Fundraise for program and/or division benefits through plant sales, wreath sales, arrangement designs, etc., and maintain all components of the complex.
Assist with the greenhouse health and pest management schedules.
Identification and labeling of all plants and plant materials.
Conduct Sales; perform customer service and work with the public.
Assist with plant sale, workshops, Aggie Day, Fall on the Farm, etc.
Work and communicate well with others.
Assist with planting, fertilizing, propagating, repotting or installation of campus plants.
Complete tasks and reports, inventories, and planting schedules.