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Job Title: Greenhouse Student Assistant - ATI
Department: FAES | ATI Plant Science Engineering Technologies-JM
The Weekend Greenhouse Waterer is responsible for monitoring and maintaining greenhouse crops during weekends and university breaks to ensure plant health and quality. This position requires an individual who is dependable, observant, and capable of working independently while following established greenhouse protocols. The employee will assist with watering, environmental monitoring, facility upkeep, and basic crop maintenance in the OSU Wooster Campus greenhouses.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Water greenhouse crops according.
- Monitor plant health and report signs of water stress, nutrient deficiencies, pests, diseases, or other crop concerns.
- Check greenhouse environmental conditions, including temperature, humidity, and irrigation system performance.
- Apply fertilizers as directed and assist with preparing fertilizer solutions when needed.
- Perform general greenhouse maintenance, including:
- Sweeping greenhouse floors and hallways
- Cleaning work areas
- Washing pots and trays
- Emptying trash and debris
- Assist with planting, transplanting, and basic crop care as needed.
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Follow integrated pest management (IPM) practices and report pest or disease issues.
- Complete assigned tasks independently while communicating concerns to greenhouse staff.
Qualifications
- Previous greenhouse, horticulture, agriculture, or plant-care experience preferred.
- Basic knowledge of plant watering and care practices preferred.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
- Reliable, responsible, and punctual.
- Basic computer skills are helpful but not required.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Must have reliable mode of transportation.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and carry items throughout the work shift.
- Ability to lift to 30 pounds.
- Ability to work in varying greenhouse environmental conditions, including heat and humidity.
- Ability to safely operate watering equipment and basic greenhouse tools.
Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in greenhouse facilities on the OSU Wooster Campus. Duties may involve exposure to varying temperatures, humidity levels, soil, fertilizers, and greenhouse production materials.
Professional Expectations
- Demonstrate professionalism and dependability.
- Exercise good judgment and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
- Provide excellent customer service to faculty, staff, students, and visitors.
- Represent The Ohio State University, ATI, and CFAES with integrity and professionalism while supporting the university's mission and shared values.
Schedule
- Weekend shifts during the academic year, summer, holiday periods, and university breaks as assigned.
- Typical responsibilities include checking greenhouse crops, watering, monitoring environmental conditions, and maintaining facility cleanliness during non-business hours.
Additional Information: Location: Skou Hall (0643) Position Type: Temporary (Fixed Term) Scheduled Hours: 10 Shift: Weekend Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
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Ohio State is regularly honored as one of the nation’s top 20 public universities. With campuses and research centers throughout the state, the institution’s unrivaled depth and breadth advance innovation, health care and research within Ohio’s communities. For more than 150 years, Ohio State has inspired the next generation of leaders, discovering groundbreaking medical breakthroughs and finding solutions to the problems the world is facing now.
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Ohio State provides access to opportunities and resources for all employees. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.
- WORK-LIFE: Flexible and remote work arrangements where applicable, child care program, and access to educational, athletic and cultural events.
- RETIREMENT: State pension and alternative options with competitive employer contributions, as well as optional supplemental plans.
- HEALTH: Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts and wellness programming.
- TIME OFF: Paid vacation and sick time, parental and medical leave plus 11 paid holidays. Short and long-term disability options also available.
- FINANCIAL: Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, adoption assistance, and discounts with preferred vendors and university partners.
- WELLNESS: Lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, health reimbursement account, and employee wellness program.
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