Updated: over 2 years ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 04 Aug 2021
Posting Details
| Classification Title | Temporary Hourly |
|---|---|
| Employment Category | Temporary |
| Is this an Hourly position? | Yes |
| Work Hours/Week | 0-40 |
| Overtime Eligible? | No |
| Position Location | Fort Collins, CO 80523 |
| Description of Work Unit | Colorado State Forest Service Nursery is a seedling nursery that provides landowners and organizations an opportunity to purchase seedlings at minimal cost and use them for conservation purposes. Reforestation, windbreaks, wildlife habitat, riparian, and fire/ flood recovery are just a few of the areas the nursery specializes in providing seedlings for. |
| Search Contact Email | [email protected] |
| Position Summary | Nursery worker Duties and Responsibilities: Assisting in grading, boxing and shipping of seedlings Weeding and thinning in greenhouses Weeding and irrigating in bareroot fields Grounds maintenance Light construction work and repair of infrastructure Painting, cleaning and organizing in the shop and other out buildings |
| Position Minimum Qualifications | Ability to have a flexible schedule during the summer and spring shipping season Ability to work 15-40 hours a week Ability to lift at least 25-30 lbs. Shifts of no less than 4 hours per day Able to multitask and work alone when necessary Possession of a valid driver’s license |
| Preferred Qualifications | Experience working outside in one of the following trades; nursery work, landscaping, grounds maintenance General knowledge of Colorado’s trees, shrubs and perennials Previous experience working in an environment where multitasking and autonomy are necessary Good oral communication with customers and other employees |
| Working Title | Nursery Worker |
|---|---|
| Posting Number | 202100506T |
| Department | Colorado State Forest Service |
| Salary Range | $12.32 per hour |
| Employee Benefits | Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for temporary employees in the following University benefit area: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ |
| Close Date | 08/04/2021 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | To Apply send a your cover letter, resume, and 3 references to Zach Clark-Lee at [email protected] References will not be contacted without prior notification to applicant. |
| Background Check Policy Statement | Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. |
| EEO Statement | Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] . The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836. |
| Diversity Statement | Demonstrated knowledge of, and relevant ability with, culturally diverse communities among potential target and constituent populations. |
Essential Job Duties
| Job Duty Category | Nursery work |
|---|---|
| Duty/Responsibility | Assisting in grading, boxing and shipping of seedlings Weeding and thinning in greenhouses Weeding and irrigating in bareroot fields Grounds maintenance Light construction work and repair of infrastructure Painting, cleaning and organizing in the shop and other out buildings |
| Percentage Of Time | 100 |
| Minimum References Required | |
|---|---|
| Maximum References Required |
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