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Connecticut College

Arboretum - Grounds Horticulturist

Pay: $23.49/hr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: New London, CT (Onsite)

Last Updated: 5 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/30/2026

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A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.

$35,241 / year median in Connecticut

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Arboretum - Grounds Horticulturist General Scope of Duties Assist the Horticulturist in maintaining the Connecticut College Arboretum outdoor plant collections and greenhouse. General Duties and Responsibilities Assist with maintenance of the indoor and outdoor plant collections to include natural and managed areas, including invasive species and poison ivy management. Assist the Horticulturist in monitoring trees for pests and diseases. Perform proper pest treatment incorporating Integrated Pest Management (IPM) standards and following state pesticide laws. Maintain and service tools, equipment and machinery; extend life of equipment by performing regular maintenance Assist with the propagation and maintenance of adequate supplies of varied plants for academic courses, research projects and ornamental purposes Wear/and or use proper safety equipment as prescribed for the job Ensure all work processes comply with OSHA requirements/regulations and college policies and procedures Assist the Horticulturist in providing work direction to student workers and volunteers Other duties as necessary or as assigned

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$23.49

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