Summer Horticulture Intern at Colgate University in Hamilton, New York

Job Description:

Job Category:

Casual Wage

Summer Horticulture Intern

Part Time

Finance and Administration

Facilities - Trades

$15.55/hr

Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.


Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University 'Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.


This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.


It is the mission of the Facilities Department at Colgate University to create the safest, cleanest, and most comfortable environment that further distinguishes Colgate University as a world-class educational institution. We work hard as part of a unified team, to make everyone who arrives on campus feel welcomed.


"One team, one mission"


The Facilities Department provides the physical environment, utilities, and facilities support services necessary to promote the educational and research activities of the university. To ensure quality service to our community, we provide strong coordination and communications between multi-functional groups and our customers, with a customer-oriented approach. Training and development of self-directed teams promotes a work environment that encourages employee initiative, engagement and development.The carefully preserved architecture, immaculate grounds, and a hillside setting rank Colgate's campus among the most beautiful in the nation.

• Uphold the University's landscaping standards by maintaining a manicured aesthetic, executing beautification projects, and being a responsible steward of landscape assets.


• Regularly monitor and maintain the health of plant material, identifying and addressing any problematic landscape areas.


• Perform edging, mulching, and removal of weeds, litter, and debris from tree rings and landscape beds to ensure a neat, well-kept appearance.


• Plant and transplant new materials, and maintain landscape beds through proper edging and mulching techniques.


• Trim, prune, brush cut, and remove plant material as needed to promote healthy growth and appearance.


• Water plant material during periods of drought or to support initial establishment.


• Select, order, and coordinate the delivery and placement of plant material to enhance campus landscape beds.


• Adhere to all safety procedures and guidelines, including wearing required PPE and safely handling chemicals in compliance with University policies and supervisor instructions.


• Promptly report any unsafe conditions or incidents to the supervisor and/or Environmental Health and Safety to ensure a safe working environment.

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of horticultural best management practices and landscape maintenance techniques, along with proficiency in plant identification, health and cultural requirements, and the ability to recognize weeds and invasive species.
You should be skilled in operating a variety of landscape tools and power equipment, such as pickup trucks, small tractors, mowers, string trimmers, and hand tools. Basic computer skills in Gmail, Microsoft Word, and Excel are also required and can be trained.
A proactive attitude, attention to detail, and the ability to take ownership of garden and landscape beds are essential. You must be able to problem-solve and prioritize tasks effectively, while demonstrating effective customer service, communication, and collaboration skills. The ability to work independently or within a team is important, along with maintaining a professional and respectful attitude in a diverse campus environment with students, faculty, staff, and visitors.


A current valid driver's license, in accordance with University's Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy, is required.

• Required to perform typical landscape maintenance tasks that require manual labor and/or operation of mechanical equipment.


• Required to stand or kneel for long periods of time.


• Required to lift/carry up 50 pounds, and be able to assist with lifting objects up to 100 pounds.


• Required to work in various weather conditions.


• NYSDOT physical may be required to operate Grounds vehicles.

This would be a great opportunity for students currently enrolled in a degree program in Horticulture, Landscape Design & Management, or a related field.

2023CW032Posting

Yes

• Summer season.


• Hours are flexible; minimum of 20 hours per week.

02/17/2025

Yes

The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS

The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at:
https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at
cusafety@colgate.edu.