Greenhouse and Nursery Technician
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Job Location:
Chapel Hill, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 33540 - 35885
Posted on:
06-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Summary
The Greenhouse and Nursery Technician assists with the operation of the greenhouse and nursery facilities at the North Carolina Botanical Garden ( NCBG ) including regular weekend shifts to ensure continuity of care of the plants grown therein. This position also plays an active role in the propagation activities of the NCBG nursery including helping to maintain records about the nurserys use of seed accessions and the efficacy of various propagation techniques. This position helps plan for stock and maintain the NCBG daily plant sale which includes updating availability on the Gardens website. This position also helps with the NCBG nurserys participation in Spring and Fall plant sale events. The Greenhouse and Nursery Technician will also contribute to NCBGs educational outreach by helping deliver talks tours and classes as well as contributing content about their areas of expertise to NCBGs Communication Department for use in the newsletter magazine and social media.
Required Qualifications Competencies And Experience
Ability to work both Saturday and Sunday on two weekends out of every four.
Preferred Qualifications Competencies And Experience
Familiarity with the flora of the southeastern U.S. and its use in a landscape setting. Experience working with basic greenhouse and nursery facilities (heating / cooling systems irrigation). Experience in plant propagation. Strong writing / editing skills. Proficiency using spreadsheets and other Microsoft Office Suite applications. Willingness to work occasional evenings. Willingness to obtain and hold a North Carolina Pesticide Applicators License.
Work Schedule
Monday (weeks 1&3) 8:30-5:00 Tuesday (weeks 1&3) 8:30-5:00 Wednesday (weeks 1&3) off Thursday (weeks 1&3) off Friday (weeks 1&3) 8:30-5:00 Saturday (weeks 1&3) 8:30-5:00 Sunday (weeks 1&3) 8:30-5:00 Monday (weeks 2&4) 8:30-5:00 Tuesday (weeks 2&4) 8:30-5:00 Wednesday (weeks 2&4) 8:30-5:00 Thursday (weeks 2&4) 8:30-5:00 Friday (weeks 2&4) 8:30-5:00 Saturday (weeks 2&4) off Sunday (weeks 2&4) off
The Greenhouse and Nursery Technician assists with the operation of the greenhouse and nursery facilities at the North Carolina Botanical Garden ( NCBG ) including regular weekend shifts to ensure continuity of care of the plants grown therein. This position also plays an active role in the propagation activities of the NCBG nursery including helping to maintain records about the nurserys use of seed accessions and the efficacy of various propagation techniques. This position helps plan for stock and maintain the NCBG daily plant sale which includes updating availability on the Gardens website. This position also helps with the NCBG nurserys participation in Spring and Fall plant sale events. The Greenhouse and Nursery Technician will also contribute to NCBGs educational outreach by helping deliver talks tours and classes as well as contributing content about their areas of expertise to NCBGs Communication Department for use in the newsletter magazine and social media.
Required Qualifications Competencies And Experience
Ability to work both Saturday and Sunday on two weekends out of every four.
Preferred Qualifications Competencies And Experience
Familiarity with the flora of the southeastern U.S. and its use in a landscape setting. Experience working with basic greenhouse and nursery facilities (heating / cooling systems irrigation). Experience in plant propagation. Strong writing / editing skills. Proficiency using spreadsheets and other Microsoft Office Suite applications. Willingness to work occasional evenings. Willingness to obtain and hold a North Carolina Pesticide Applicators License.
Work Schedule
Monday (weeks 1&3) 8:30-5:00 Tuesday (weeks 1&3) 8:30-5:00 Wednesday (weeks 1&3) off Thursday (weeks 1&3) off Friday (weeks 1&3) 8:30-5:00 Saturday (weeks 1&3) 8:30-5:00 Sunday (weeks 1&3) 8:30-5:00 Monday (weeks 2&4) 8:30-5:00 Tuesday (weeks 2&4) 8:30-5:00 Wednesday (weeks 2&4) 8:30-5:00 Thursday (weeks 2&4) 8:30-5:00 Friday (weeks 2&4) 8:30-5:00 Saturday (weeks 2&4) off Sunday (weeks 2&4) off
Required Experience:
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About Company
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the nation’s first public university, is a global higher education leader known for innovative teaching, research and public service. A member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, Carolina regularly ranks as the best ... View more
