Student Employee - Agriculture Program; Summer​/Fall Quarter

Description

On‑Campus employment opportunities at Columbia Basin College (CBC) are available. Students who believe the experience can be a valuable part of their education are encouraged to apply. Some positions require student work‑study funding for eligibility. This announcement is to develop a pool of applicants for agriculture program student worker positions for the quarter.

2600 N. 20th Ave. Pasco, WA 99301, WA

Part‑time

$17.13 per hour.

• Assist Agriculture Program staff with transplanting plants, sorting and planting seeds, irrigating field and greenhouse plants, harvesting various crops, and taking notes on field experiments.
• Calibrate, adjust, and operate tillage implements, cultivators, fertilizer application equipment, planters, and harvesting equipment.
• Perform greenhouse operations, including watering, fertilization, and crossing plants using bumble bees during winter months.
• Other appropriate duties as assigned.

• Currently enrolled at Columbia Basin College.
• For non‑Work Study, enrolled in at least one (1) credit; for Work Study, enrolled in at least six (6) degree‑required credits, or five (5) degree‑required credits for Summer.
• Must be able to organize agricultural facilities and oversee weed management, as well as input data into a computer and work with spreadsheets.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Good communication, computer, and customer service skills.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access).

Prior to a new hire, a background check including a criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.

In the interest of providing a healthy, safe, and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, CBC maintains an alcohol and drug‑free workplace for employees and students.

If hired, you must provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in the position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986. CBC is unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas (e.g., H‑1B) at this time. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.

CBC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the letter and spirit of all federal and state laws. CBC encourages applications from qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other legally protected characteristics. Candidates who need any accommodation in the application process or in employment should contact the Office of Human Resources.

Employer:

Columbia Basin College (WA)
Address: 2600 N. 20th Ave., Pasco, Washington, 99301
Phone: 509‑542‑4875
Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./jobs