OverviewExciting opportunity to work in dynamic agricultural research environments, including outdoor settings and greenhouses. Primary location Auburn Universities Ornamental Horticuluture Research Center in Mobile Alabama with potential for varied work locations. The role offers hands-on experience in plant management, requiring physical engagement and adaptability. Candidates will gain practical experience in agricultural safety protocols, including professional pesticide handling and Worker Protection Standards compliance.
Responsibilities- Hands-on plant care: Perform potting techniques, optimize plant spacing, manage plant relocation, and ensure comprehensive plant health maintenance
- Weeding pots, beds, and production areas
- Watering plants and assisting with irrigation tasks
- Assisting with data collection and basic record keeping
- General labor, setup, and cleanup of research and production areas
QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED; current enrollment in or completion of coursework related to horticulture, agriculture, plant science, or a related field is preferred.
Temporary Employment Services (TES), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons with the most common being:
- Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time
- Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads
- Assistance with special projects
- Seasonal work
- Emergencies
If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education.
AU students are not eligible for TES.
Equal Opportunity Compliance StatementIt is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.