Wild Toledo Nursey Technician

Toledo Zoo • Toledo, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Toledo Zoo & Aquarium has been educating, inspiring, and providing enjoyment to our community for over 100 years. Come and be a part of an organization where you can work and have fun at the same time! Our Wild Toledo team is currently seeking a Seasonal Wild Toledo
Nursery Technician. This position is a PT non-exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Under limited supervision, the Wild Toledo Nursery Technician will perform a variety of duties related to the operation of Wild Toledo’s Native Plant Nursery. Routine tasks include the culture and propagation of over 500 species of native plants, assisting with retail sales and customer interactions, and engaging with the public during educational outreach events. This position will also support Wild Toledo’s native lepidopteran conservation initiatives by assisting with captive husbandry, data collection, and host plant propagation. Technicians will be cross-trained on all other Wild Toledo initiatives to provide occasional coverage and a wider range of experience and skills. This role will report to Wild Toledo Coordinator.

Requirements

• Expected to work in regular field conditions that may include heat, humidity, rain, insect bites, and stings.
• Weekend availability.
• Must be at least 18+ years of age.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to be insured through Zoo fleet carrier.
• The Toledo Zoo is a drug-free workplace, including marijuana.

Nice To Haves

• Preference will be given to current biology or horticulture students as well as those with degrees in the field.

Responsibilities

• Culture and propagation of over 500 species of native plants
• Assisting with retail sales and customer interactions
• Engaging with the public during educational outreach events
• Assisting with captive husbandry
• Data collection
• Host plant propagation
• Cross-trained on all other Wild Toledo initiatives to provide occasional coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees