Part Time - Greenhouse Technician

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Work type:

Part Time Hourly

Location:

Fort Wayne, IN

Categories:

Facilities/Maintenance

General Description of Position:

The primary role of the Greenhouse Technician will be to oversee all production phases of the greenhouse located on the Fort Wayne Campus.

Major Responsibilities:

Maintenance of all equipment in Greenhouse/Aquaculture area

Create list of needed supplies, provide to Ag Chair once a month on pre-scheduled date set with the chair

Plant, harvest, and water all plants in Greenhouse

Write and apply fertilizer and/or pest control prescriptions for all plants in Greenhouse

Create growing cycle plans/calendars that meet the college’s goals and demands (for the agriculture and culinary programs)

Give input on key decisions and/or will be asked and to make key decisions based on their expertise

Provide expert opinion on specific plants, growth, etc. in the Greenhouse

Provide daily care and maintenance for Aquaponics/Aquaculture units.

Provide tours for visitors to the greenhouse when deemed appropriate. Must be knowledgeable on all growing systems and functions of the greenhouse and aquaculture equipment.

Assist in preparation for classes using the equipment and greenhouse space (ability to work with program chair and adjuncts in planning for classes in the greenhouse)

Provide ideas and assistance in potential collaboration with community partners wishing to purchase items from the greenhouse (Campus culinary program? farmers market? Local restaurant? Etc)

Keep Greenhouse and surrounding areas clean and presentable at all times

Other Responsibilities: The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School graduate or equivalent

Experience with growing a variety of plants hydroponically using different growing systems

Experience with aquaponics systems and types of fish to produce; fish care

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to communicate with faculty, staff, students, and the public

Ability to work unsupervised & manage time wisely

Problem solver

Strong team player

Strong organizational ability

Computer skills including Microsoft Office

Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

Two to five years in hydroponics and/or aquaponics preferred

Other Requirements:

Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.

Work Hours:

Hours expected to be on Campus 4 days per week with flexibility of hours/dates for special events on campus. Weekend hours may be required. Potential overtime may be permitted with appropriate approval and when deemed necessary.

Hiring Range:

Team Ivy Referral:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please provide a detailed description of your work experience as it relates to this position when you apply.

Advertised:

12 Jan 2023

US Eastern Standard Time

Applications close:

Company info

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Website : https://www.ivytech.edu