Operations Technician – Garvan Woodland Gardens
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Hot Springs, SD - USA
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Founded in 1871 the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nations top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills fostering a welcoming climate and nurturing creativity discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
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We are looking for positive motivated personable new team members to join our crew. Work outdoors in a setting voted in the top 10 most colorful places on the planet by Trip Advisor. We would love for you to come grow with us!
Garvan Woodland Gardens a 210-acre botanical garden situated on a peninsula surrounded by scenic Lake Hamilton located in Hot Springs AR is seeking a skilled and dedicated Operations Technician.
The Operations Technician is responsible for assisting in multiple departments as needed. The Operations Technician will assist with the Special Events team providing technical support as well as aide in the set-ups of the spaces. This position will also assist with Holiday Lights set-up disassembly repair inventory records fabrication etc. of Holiday Lights Display addition this position will be an assistant to the Building Maintenance team as required.
This temporary position will be for up to 40 hours a week; this is a temporary position that will require work outside in the elements regardless of weather.
This position will require evening and weekend work. Working hours will shift during the Holiday Light season to include night work. Pay $13-15 per hour based on experience and skill level. Operations Technician is a part-time temporary position limited to the 1250-hour University of Arkansas policy. The campus is a non-smoking facility. This position requires a valid drivers license.
Regular reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty as is the ability to create and maintain collegial harmonious working relationships with others.
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High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Drivers License
Background Checks Required: Criminal Background Check Motor Vehicle Report Check Sex
Offender Registry
Must be able to lift 50 pounds
No previous experience required as individuals will be trained on site
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Experience working in a public garden
Experience with electrical electronic lighting sound or welding
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The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual preference or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
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UACCB is a two-year, accredited Arkansas community college with on-campus and online classes offering a variety of degrees and technical certificates.
