Holden Forests & Gardens · 1 day ago
Field Station Assistant
Madison, OH
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$15/hr - $15/hr
2+ years expHolden Forests & Gardens is seeking a part-time, seasonal Field Station Assistant to support their Science & Conservation department. The role involves maintaining and improving living plant collections and research plots, including tasks such as mulching, pruning, and watering under the direction of the Rhododendron Collections Manager.
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Responsibilities
Supports Holden Forests & Gardens’ mission, vision, and values
Manages turf and meadows through regular mowing
Aids with general field and grounds maintenance including mulching, watering, pruning, planting, fertilizing, and spraying
Maintains a safe and productive working environment for staff and visitors
Safely operates a variety of machinery and equipment such as riding and push lawnmowers, motorized utility cart with dump body, tractor with bucket loader and fork attachments, cargo van, pick-up truck, chain saws, pruners, hand shears, pole pruners and saws, weed-whipper, sprayers, leaf blowers, and various wheeled carts
Inspects and maintains large and small equipment to ensure safe operating condition, e.g., sharpening tools, mixing fuel, greasing fittings, and checking fluid levels
Works cooperatively within a small team of full-time staff, interns, and volunteers
Perform other duties as required by supervisor
Qualification
Required
Maintain a valid driver's license and possess an acceptable driver's record (of less than 3 points), required
Ability and willingness to operate large and small power equipment and perform strenuous, hands-on work in all types of weather
Ability to work effectively in a team and independently
Ability to plan and communicate needs and actions to a team
Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to participate within a multi-disciplinary team
Willing and able to operate small and large power equipment and perform strenuous, hands-on work year-round in all types of weather conditions
Transporting oneself by foot over a variety of terrain that may be wet, slippery, uneven and/or rocky
Standing, bending, kneeling, climbing, reaching, pulling, pushing, sitting, grabbing, lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis daily
Preferred
At least 2 years of relevant experience in the green or related industry, preferred
Experience with large mowers and tractors, a plus
Benefits
Discounts in our stores & cafes
Free parking at both campuses anytime we are open
Free admission to many Northeast Ohio Museums
Free Employee Assistance Program
And Much More!
Company
Holden Forests & Gardens
Holden Forests & Gardens is a environmental and cultural institution.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Edward Moydell
President & CEO
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