Part-Time​/Full-Time Horticulture Research OPS

Part-Time/Full-Time Horticulture Research OPS

Job No: 540752

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Orange

Categories: Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Agricultural Sciences, Agriculture Operations

Department:  - AG-MREC-APOPKA

Classification

Title:

OPS - Time Limited

Classification

Minimum Requirements:

• None

Job Description:

• Assist with project setup and maintenance for various specialty and ornamental crops
• Perform key plant maintenance tasks including but not limited to fertilization, pH and EC monitoring, potting up, weed management, pest scouting, and plant propagation.
• Aid in harvesting and processing plant material for data collection and sample analysis.
• Monitor and adjust environmental controls such as temperature, humidity, and light levels in greenhouse settings to optimize plant growth conditions.

Expected Salary:

$18.00-$20.00

Required Qualifications:

• Effective oral and written communication.
• Must be able to work in hot and humid environments.
• Ability to adhere to safety protocols and best practices when handling plants, chemicals, and equipment.
• Work well in a team setting.

Preferred:

• Associate degree or ongoing education in Biology, Horticulture, Botany, Plant Science, Agronomy, or related fields.
• Experience with greenhouse management and plant cultivation.
• Pesticide application experience.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams).

This is a time-limited position.

Health Assessment

Required:

No

Applications Close: 31 August 2026

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at  (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.