S05 Greenhouse Grower - Cornell Agricultural Experiment Station

Cornell Agricultural Experiment Station - S05 Greenhouse Grower (multiple positions)

Ithaca, NY

The Cornell University Agricultural Experiment Station (CUAES) is dedicated to sustainable "science for life," in its two core separate but related functions -- the operation of world-class research facilities throughout the state and the generation and application of research-based knowledge through the administration of federal formula grants. The CUAES greenhouse operations on and around the Cornell Campus are, with 155,000 sq ft, the largest non-commercial greenhouse facility in the state. The 164 compartments are primarily used as teaching and research facilities, housing 200 to 300 research projects at any given time. Plant services for all of these projects are provided by the dedicated greenhouse staff, which is responsible for the set-up, daily care and maintenance.

What You Will Do

The S05 Greenhouse Grower position will assist the Greenhouse Supervisor with the daily operations of the CALS Greenhouses by: Providing excellent care for high value plants, closely following direction provided, including watering and fertilizing of plants. Maintain greenhouses and work areas in a clean, sanitary and orderly condition. Pay close attention to detail and adhere to high standards of reliability and timeliness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor the greenhouse equipment and environment and promptly report problems.
• Assist with the set-up, operation, maintenance and repair of greenhouse equipment.
• Wash and sanitize pots, trays, tools, greenhouses and work areas.
• As instructed, scout for pests and diseases.
• Plant watering, fertilizing.
• Perform advanced plant care such as propagation, staking and pruning, as directed.
• Adhere to sustainability guidelines and Best Management Practices for Cornell Greenhouses.
• Maintain close communication with the greenhouse supervisor, following all applicable safety regulations, rules and procedures.

This position is a full-time (39 hours/week) position located in Ithaca, New York. There is a requirement to work regular weekends, holidays, and the occasional extended hours.

What We Need from You

• High school diploma or equivalent and one to two years of greenhouse growing experience with demonstrated horticultural plant care skills.
• Willingness to maintain a schedule of regular weekend and holiday hours with a maximum of 8 weekend days off per year.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently pay close attention to detail.
• Proven competence for observing and identifying plant stressors.
• Physically able to regularly climb and work from a ladder; bend/kneel, climb under benches and equipment; efficiently shovel dense materials; lift over 50 pounds; and ability to work in all temperature conditions including extreme cold and warm.
• Able to safely and effectively work with shop hand tools, portable drills and power saws.
• Demonstrated ability to work productively in a team as well as independently.
• Must be flexible, service minded and respectful.
• Exhibit good organizational skills and close attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have and maintain a valid New York State driver's license and be approved to drive on university business.
• Have reliable transportation and be willing to respond for emergency duty.
• Must obtain and maintain Federal Worker Protection Standard Training offered by the university.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, e-mail, and web browsers to communicate on a daily basis with coworkers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in greenhouse management.
• Successful completion of formal coursework in greenhouse plant care.
• Research greenhouse plant care experience.
• Experience in the care of a wide range of tropical, agricultural, woody, and perennial plants.
• Greenhouse IPM and Scouting experience or training.

Your Total Rewards

Compensation for this UAW title:

S05 Greenhouse Grower: Step 1- $23.44, Step 2 -$25.01

Cornell provides great benefits that include educational benefits, access to a plethora of wellness programs, employee discounts with local and national retail brands, health care options to choose from, generous paid leave provisions: 3 weeks of vacation leave, health and personal leave, 13 paid holidays (including end of year winter break through New Year's Day), educational benefits, and superior retirement contributions.

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