Campus Farm Assistant WeekendEvening Waterer
Campus Farm Assistant WeekendEvening Waterer
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JOB TITLE:
Campus Farm Assistant Weekend/Evening Waterer
DEPARTMENT AND LOCATION OF JOB:
Campus Farm FVCC Kalispell Campus
Campus Farm FVCC Kalispell Campus
ELIGIBILITY:
Open to all current FVCC Students enrolled in a minimum six of credits for 2024/2025 Academic Year.
START DATE:
This position will start April 2025
This position will start April 2025
LENGTH OF EMPLOYMENT:
April 2025 August 31 2025
April 2025 August 31 2025
PAY RANGE:
$14.00 to $15.50 per hour depending on experience
$14.00 to $15.50 per hour depending on experience
WORK SCHEDULE:
510 hours per week primarily weekends and weekday evenings;
DRESS CODE:
Casual with appropriate coverage; however when operating farm machinery and hand tools and power equipment: no loose clothing; long hair must be restrained; closedtoed shoes; any required safety equipment is provided by supervisor.
POSITION PURPOSE/ROLE:
Under minimal supervision the Campus Farm Assistant supports the Farm Manager in aspects of production on the FVCC Campus Farm. The Campus Farm Assistant Weekend/Evening Water supports the Campus Farm Manager by tending to The FVCC Campus Farm greenhouse and field crops throughout the spring and into the summer. Tasks primarily include but are not limited to watering greenhouse and field crops opening and closing of high tunnels and greenhouse and ensuring facilities are appropriately closed upon leaving.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience working with greenhouse and field crops nursery work or other relatable work experience
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Under minimal supervision the Campus Farm Assistant supports the Farm Manager in aspects of production on the FVCC Campus Farm. The Campus Farm Assistant Weekend/Evening Water supports the Campus Farm Manager by tending to The FVCC Campus Farm greenhouse and field crops throughout the spring and into the summer. Tasks primarily include but are not limited to watering greenhouse and field crops opening and closing of high tunnels and greenhouse and ensuring facilities are appropriately closed upon leaving.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Water greenhouse crops using a garden hose
- Water field crops using simple irrigation systems and timers with the possibility of watering field crops by hand as needed
- Opening or closing of greenhouse doors and high tunnels
- May perform other duties as assigned
- With The Campus Farm Manger create a working schedule that includes evenings weekends and nontraditional work hours
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience working with greenhouse and field crops nursery work or other relatable work experience
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to be flexible and work nontraditional working hours
- Ability to learn on the job follow directions and communicate clearly with supervisor
- Demonstrate an understanding of the needs of greenhouse and field crops and the ability to make decisions independently
- Prior knowledge is preferred but not required. Can be taught and trained on the job
- Demonstrate clear and accurate communication
- Work in an organized and efficient manner
- Maintain a positive attitude
- Have the ability to get to and from The Campus Farm independently
- This is a Heavy Duty job according to the Selected Characteristics of Occupations Defined in the Revised Dictionary of Occupational Titles U.S. Department of Labor and Industry. Heavy Duty involves exertion of up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 2550 pounds frequently and/or up to 20 pounds continuously to move objects.
STUDENT SKILL DEVELOPMENT:
Communication critical thinking leadership social responsibility; professionalism teamwork; technology
Communication critical thinking leadership social responsibility; professionalism teamwork; technology
PREDICTED OUTCOME:
Practical competence critical thinking collaboration communicating effectively professionalism customer service teamwork technology
Practical competence critical thinking collaboration communicating effectively professionalism customer service teamwork technology
STUDENT EMPLOYMENT GUIDELINES:
- Students must be enrolled in a minimum of six 6 credits for fall or spring semester to qualify for student employment.
- Students may not work beyond 19 hours per week during semester.
- Student workers shall be actively engaged; no use of cell phones (except in case of emergency) or social media.
- Student workers shall demonstrate a commitment to the job with adherence to work schedule effective communication/interpersonal skills and quality customer service skills to be a representative of FVCC.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:FVCC is an equal opportunity employer. It is FVCCs policy that all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunities regardless of race color religion creed political ideas sex gender identity sexual orientation age marital status veterans status service in the uniformed services as defined by state and federal law physical or mental disability national origin or ancestry except as authorized by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions including recruitment and hiring practices appraisal systems promotions and training and career development programs as required by federal and state laws.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: FVCC provides reasonable accommodations upon request to qualified individuals with disabilities during all phases of employment including the application and selection process. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
ASSISTANCE IN COMPLETING APPLICATION:Students who need assistance in applying for current job opportunities may contact Valerie Clement Human Resources Partner Recruitment or.
Student employment offers students a growth opportunity to prepare them for future careers and as ambassadors of Flathead Valley Community College.
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