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Posted: 25-May-22
Location: Ithaca, New York
Salary: Open
Internal Number: WDR-00031492
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Greenhouse Grower (SO-07)
Cornell University Agricultural Experiment Station
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Ithaca, New York
Who We Are:
The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.
The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and home to Cornell University's second largest population of students, faculty and staff. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: natural and human systems; food, energy and environmental resources; and social, physical and economic well-being. CALS is fundamentally invested in improving the lives of people, their environments and their communities both in New York state and around the world.
The Cornell University Agricultural Experiment Station (Cornell AES) - an integral part of three colleges - advances research on food and agriculture systems, the environment, applied economics, and community and individual development. By doing so, Cornell AES improves people's lives and contributes towards Cornell's Land Grant mission of discovery, engagement, and advancement of learning.
What you will do:
Assist the Greenhouse Supervisor with the daily operations of the CALS Greenhouses and Growth Chambers, a College-wide service facility supporting 18 departments. Responsible for highly sensitive and unique research plant material, this position requires close attention to detail and the best horticultural judgment, while operating within the parameters of project protocols.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide superior care for diverse and high-value plant material, using the best horticultural technique in all aspects of plant culture. Perform advanced plant care: propagate, vegetatively and by seed; transplant; stake; train; disbud; pinch; prune and harvest. Pay close attention to detail and adhere to high standards of reliability and timeliness. Monitor and adjust the greenhouse and growth chamber environment including temperature, airflow, and lighting - manually or using automated controls. Closely observe the functioning of facility mechanical and environmental control equipment and promptly inform the greenhouse supervisor or appropriate personnel of suspected malfunctions. Set up and operate greenhouse equipment including irrigation, mist and fog systems, sprayers, growth and photoperiod lighting, shade and blackout cloth.
Maintain and repair greenhouse equipment. As part of an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program, scout daily for pests and diseases, and apply pesticides or use biological controls as project-appropriate. Follow and promote pesticide and other applicable safety regulations. Understand, follow and promote compliance with the CALS Greenhouse Use Policy, CALS Growth Chamber Use Policy, and Best Management Practices for Cornell Greenhouses. Maintain greenhouses, growth chambers and work areas in a clean, sanitary and orderly condition. Provide responsive and courteous service to all clients. Maintain close communication with clients and the greenhouse supervisor. Anticipate plant growth needs and potential problems, and work with project personnel and the greenhouse supervisor to attain satisfactory outcomes. Provide functional supervision of student, part-time and temporary employees. Train staff and clients in plant culture and hygiene techniques.
This position is full-time (39 hours/week) and will be located in Ithaca, New York. There will be a requirement to work periodically on weekends, holidays, and the occasional extended hours.
Required Qualifications:
Associate's degree in a plant sciences discipline with 1+ year formal training in greenhouse management or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated horticultural skills and 2+ years of greenhouse experience.
Proven competence in scouting for and identifying greenhouse pests/diseases, pesticide selection, and resistance management in an Integrated Pest Management program.
Familiarity with biocontrol concepts and organisms.
Willing and able to regularly work with and apply pesticides, including use of personal protective equipment.
Must possess and continuously maintain a New York State Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification (category 1A or 3A) or obtain within one year from start date.
Proficiency with greenhouse sprayers, fertilizer injectors and related calculations.
Physically able to regularly work from a ladder to hang lamps, black-out curtains, etc.; climb under various types of equipment; shovel dense materials; regularly lift over 50 pounds; work in high-temperature conditions and with a wide range of plant material.
Able to work with shop hand tools, portable drills and saws to construct benches, greenhouse equipment, and related projects.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, e-mail, and web browsers to create plant care notes and reports; maintain inventory and pest management records; communicate on a daily basis with coworkers and clients; research plant cultural and pest control information.
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 for coordination with clients and staff.
Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the position and have and maintain a valid and unrestricted New York State driver's license.
Have reliable transportation and be willing to respond for emergency duty.
Requires periodic weekend and holiday hours, and occasional extended hours.
Preferred Qualifications:
Associate's degree in greenhouse management or Bachelor's degree in the plant sciences or related field.
Research greenhouse or growth chamber plant care experience.
Experience in the care of a wide range of tropical and perennial plants.
Expertise with computerized greenhouse and growth chamber environmental controls.
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Life. Changing.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.
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University Job Title:
Greenhouse Grower S07
Job Family:
United Auto Workers
Level:
S07
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Company:
Contract College
Contact Name:
Denise Smith
Number of Openings:
1
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Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.
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