OPS- Corn Breeding

University of Florida
University of Florida

Operations · Part-time,

Palm Beach Gardens, FL, USA

USD 15-17 / hour

Posted on Oct 22, 2026
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OPS- Corn Breeding

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Work type: Temp Part-Time
Location: Palm Beach
Categories: Agricultural Sciences
Department:60740000 - AG-EREC-BELLE GLADE

Classification Title:

OPS- Time Limited
Classification Minimum Requirements:

Valid Florida Driver's License
Job Description:
  • Assist with greenhouse and field preparation, maintenance, planting, and general crop care
  • Safely handle agricultural tools, equipment, and materials
  • Maintain clean and organized work areas
  • Assist with crop tagging, labeling, sample collection, harvesting, and record keeping
  • Perform controlled hand pollination of corn plants in field and greenhouse environments
  • Identify corn plants and reproductive stages ready for pollination
  • Collect and apply pollen according to established procedures
  • Follow procedures to prevent unwanted cross-pollination or contamination
  • Carefully handle pollen, bags, labels, and other pollination materials
  • Accurately record pollination crosses, plant information, dates, and other required data
  • Assist with other agricultural duties as assigned throughout the growing season
Expected Salary:

$15-$17/hr, based on experience
Required Qualifications:
  • Previous agricultural, farm, greenhouse, or crop-production experience preferred; willing to train the right candidate
  • Able to perform physical work for extended periods, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and working with plants
  • Able to lift and carry materials, tools, and equipment as required
  • Comfortable working outdoors in hot, humid, dusty, or changing weather conditions
  • Comfortable working in greenhouses where temperatures and humidity may be high
  • Good hand coordination and attention to detail
  • Able to follow detailed instructions, safety procedures, and established agricultural practices
  • Reliable, punctual, responsible, and able to work effectively with others
  • Willing to work flexible hours based on crop conditions, weather, and pollination schedules
Preferred:
  • Previous experience with corn pollination, plant breeding, or agricultural research
  • Experience working with corn tassels, silks, pollen, or controlled crosses
  • Greenhouse or research-farm experience
  • Basic knowledge of crop production and plant care
  • Valid driver's license, required for the position
Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This is a time-limited position.
Health Assessment Required: No

Advertised: Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Eastern Standard Time

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Job location in Belle Glade, FL. Part-Time: 30 hours a week. Assist with general agricultural activities and controlled corn pollination in field and greenhouse environments. The position requires working outdoors in hot, humid, dusty, or changing weather conditions, attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to follow established procedures carefully.

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OPS- Corn Breeding 60740000 - AG-EREC-BELLE GLADE Palm Beach
Job location in Belle Glade, FL. Part-Time: 30 hours a week. Assist with general agricultural activities and controlled corn pollination in field and greenhouse environments. The position requires working outdoors in hot, humid, dusty, or changing weather conditions, attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to follow established procedures carefully.
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