Greenhouse Technician - Clemson, United States - State of South Carolina

Description

Salary: $15.00 Hourly


Location : Oconee County, SC


Job Type: Temporary - Full-Time


Job Number: 108813


Agency: Clemson University


Opening Date: 04/24/2024


Closing Date: 4/28/2024 11:59 PM Eastern


Class Code:
: ED2000


Position Number:
: 108813


Normal Work Schedule:
: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)


Pay Band: Band 3


Opening Date: 04/24/2024


EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer


Agency Specific Application Procedures:
: Please apply through the following


Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY:

This position will be responsible for assisting with plant sample collection from the field and greenhouse, performing virus diagnostics, designing and optimizing plant virology experiments, and other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:
50% - Essential - Optimize and perform virus diagnostics on peach tree samples.

25% - Essential - Assist with maintenance of peach trees and on-farm sampling efforts.

25% - Essential - Perform general upkeep in the lab, including cleaning, autoclaving, and taking inventories.


Minimum and Additional Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - High School or Equivalent - Work experience in a clinical or research laboratory setting, in a health care setting or in a general maintenance or machine shop environment.

A bachelor's degree in a related scientific discipline may be substituted for the required work experience.


Preferred Qualifications

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Education - Bachelor's Degree - Plant sciences, biology, or related sciences
Licenses - Drivers License Class D normal < 26,000

Work Exp 1+ years - Laboratory, greenhouse, and field work requires operation of equipment and the ability to visually inspect specimens.

Additional Comments

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations

SUPERVISORY
RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY
RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Stand for prolonged period
Walk or move about
Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
Recognize or inspect visually
Extends hands or arms in any direction
Perceive, observe, clarity of vision


WORKING CONDITIONS:
Chemical hazards


WORK SCHEDULE:
Standard Hrs: 37.5


COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Hourly Rate:
$15.00

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's


ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL
Normal Operations

Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.


JOB LOCATION:
Clemson, SC


APPLICATION DEADLINE:
April 29, 2024


MILITARY AND VETERAN:

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:

Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email upon submission of your application.


CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave.

Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.


Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits.

Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans.

Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.