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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">Below is the job description and link to an online application for a
<b>Horticulture Technician VIII</b> working with me at the Purdue Horticulture greenhouses. BS degree with at least a year of relevant experience. Looking for a candidate with strong customer service focus and interest in biological control. Hoping someone
will want to make Purdue a career home, and the wage rate is competitive enough for that. But I will train them as if they will manage their own institutional greenhouse in four years. I would be grateful if you could forward this information to suitable candidates.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black;background:#FEFDFD">Rob Eddy</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black"><a href="http://purdue.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=1500791&lang=en" target="_blank">http://purdue.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=1500791&lang=en</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span class="titlepage"><b><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:#D74B00">Horticulture Technician VIII - West Lafayette - Horticulture & Landscape Architecture(</span></b></span><span style="font-size:8.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">
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</span></span><span class="inline"><span style="font-size:8.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black"> </span></span><span class="titlepage"><b><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:#D74B00">1500791)</span></b></span><span style="font-size:8.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<h2 style="margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;background:white"><span class="subtitle"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">Description</span></span><span style="font-size:8.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span class="blockpanel"><span style="font-size:8.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black"> </span></span><span class="text"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">Assist
plant growth facility manager in daily operations and upkeep of the facility. Control insects and diseases that may damage research and teaching crops. Ensure proper irrigation of crops. </span></span><span style="font-size:8.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<h2 style="margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;background:white"><span class="subtitle"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">Qualifications</span></span><span style="font-size:8.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Bachelor's degree in horticulture, entomology or plant science related field of study. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">One year of experience in a plant care or integrated pest management scout in a greenhouse setting. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Demonstrates a high level of customer service in a retail, volunteer, or organizational setting. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Knowledge of watering containerized plants. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Strong interests in biological controls of plant pests<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Excellent capacity to assemble irrigation systems with small tools. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Ability to use tact and courtesy during professional interactions. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Proven ability to diagnose insect and disease problems and implement control measures.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Ability to conduct greenhouse trials to determine efficacy of biological controls. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Excellent organizational and time management skills with emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Ability to train and supervise student workers. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Strong written and verbal communication skills. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Must hold or have the ability to acquire a pesticide applicator license and an aerial work platform safety certification within six months. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Ability to lift and carry 10 – 20 lbs. frequently and up to 40 lbs. occasionally<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Must qualify to drive a Purdue Vehicle. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Must possess a valid driver’s license. <o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
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<b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">This position requires flexible work hours and occasional weekends. </span></b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif""><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;background:white">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">A background check is required for employment in this position. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;background:white">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible for Overtime) <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;background:white">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;background:white">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">Purdue University is an EEO/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black">Department of Horticulture & Landscape Architecture<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black">625 Agriculture Mall<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black">West Lafayette, IN<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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