OPS- Corn Breeding

Apply now Job no: 541791
Work type: Temp Part-Time
Location: Palm Beach
Categories: Agricultural Sciences
Department:60740000 - AG-EREC-BELLE GLADE

Classification Title:

OPS- Time Limited

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Valid Florida Driver's License

Job Description:
  • Assist with greenhouse and field preparation, maintenance, planting, and general crop care
  • Safely handle agricultural tools, equipment, and materials
  • Maintain clean and organized work areas
  • Assist with crop tagging, labeling, sample collection, harvesting, and record keeping
  • Perform controlled hand pollination of corn plants in field and greenhouse environments
  • Identify corn plants and reproductive stages ready for pollination
  • Collect and apply pollen according to established procedures
  • Follow procedures to prevent unwanted cross-pollination or contamination
  • Carefully handle pollen, bags, labels, and other pollination materials
  • Accurately record pollination crosses, plant information, dates, and other required data
  • Assist with other agricultural duties as assigned throughout the growing season
Expected Salary:

$15-$17/hr, based on experience

Required Qualifications:
  • Previous agricultural, farm, greenhouse, or crop-production experience preferred; willing to train the right candidate
  • Able to perform physical work for extended periods, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and working with plants
  • Able to lift and carry materials, tools, and equipment as required
  • Comfortable working outdoors in hot, humid, dusty, or changing weather conditions
  • Comfortable working in greenhouses where temperatures and humidity may be high
  • Good hand coordination and attention to detail
  • Able to follow detailed instructions, safety procedures, and established agricultural practices
  • Reliable, punctual, responsible, and able to work effectively with others
  • Willing to work flexible hours based on crop conditions, weather, and pollination schedules
Preferred:
  • Previous experience with corn pollination, plant breeding, or agricultural research
  • Experience working with corn tassels, silks, pollen, or controlled crosses
  • Greenhouse or research-farm experience
  • Basic knowledge of crop production and plant care
  • Valid driver's license, required for the position
Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your resume. 

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This is a time-limited position.

Health Assessment Required: No

 

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Applications close: Eastern Standard Time

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