Position Details

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Job Title (Student Position) Production Assistant- Piney Island Native Plants
• Department Agriculture
• Location Sheridan
• Posting Category Student - Sheridan
• Desired Start Date Hourly Rate (if applicable) $12.00
• Hiring Range Full Salary Range Benefits Summary N/A Months Worked Annually Typical Work Schedule Tentatively 2 positions available. Flexible hours, based on class schedule.
• Position Information Posting Number 20151043P
• Job Posting Date 09/09/2026
• Initial Review Date Open Until Filled Yes

Job Summary Assist in all aspects of native plant greenhouse and nursery production operations, including: site and material preparation, plant production and maintenance, and general operational maintenance and upkeep. Reports To Alisha Bretzman, Owner of Piney Island Native Plants

Education/Qualifications Good Conduct and Academic Standing with the college

Sheridan College Student currently enrolled

Cumulative GPA is 2.0 or greater Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge and understanding and/or basic horticultural principles and practices

Knowledge and understanding and/or interest in learning commercial greenhouse and nursery operations

Knowledge and understanding and/or interest in learning basic entomology principles and control practices, including insect monitoring and identification, insect damage identification, and insect treatment options

Experience with operation of small hand tools such as nippers, loppers, shovels, sprayers, post-hole digger, and auger.

Strong interpersonal communication skills; ability to give and receive constructive feedback and take direct instruction well

Ability to follow detailed, specific protocols and practices (both written and verbal) with acute attention to detail

Ability to keep detailed records, both written and electronic

Proficient computer skills, including competency in email, Microsoft Office programs (including Word, Excel, and Publisher), and spreadsheet tasks

Ability to organize work tasks and work independently from written or verbal instructions

Ability to complete physically arduous, repetitive tasks in outdoor/exposed work environments In addition, employee is expected to:

Report on time and prepared for each work shift, or otherwise communicate prior to reporting time an acceptable reason for absence/delay.

Diligently maintain a safe working environment at all times; promptly report any safety concerns,

incidents, or near misses to supervisor

Conduct themselves in a professional, civil manner at all times

Maintain a positive attitude in the face of unpleasant/stressful/repetitive working conditions or tasks

Maintain a professional appearance at all times; wear proper clothing and attire (including all necessary PPE) according to applicable safety and professional appearance standards

Properly use and maintain all tools and equipment; promptly report any equipment damage or malfunction to supervisor

Maintain confidentiality and security of proprietary property, practices, or processes - including intellectual- associated with the financial success of Piney Island Native Plants, LLC. Working Conditions/Physical Requirements The majority of work is anticipated to take place in outdoor/exposed work environments, including climate-controlled greenhouse and outdoor environments. Some work may occur in an indoor office environment. Employees needs to be comfortable/able to:

Work in variety of exposed environmental conditions, including but not limited to, heat, sun, cold, precipitation, ice, mud, wind, and dust.

Bend, reach, and lift up to 60lbs at short intervals

Complete physically arduous, repetitive tasks for extended intervals

Work with and around chemicals, fertilizers, and other potentially hazardous substances used in commercial growing operations.

Employee

WILL NOT

be using or applying any Restricted-Use Pesticides. About Northern Wyoming Community College District Experience Special Instructions to Applicants Job Duties These are the job duties for required of the position. Percentage of time 100%

Responsibility/Duty Employee will assist in all aspects of commercial native plant greenhouse and nursery operations. Specific duties and tasks will vary, and change, depending on the season, species under production, and other operational needs. Responsibilities and duties (may) include:

Site and material preparation.

Tasks may include:

Repair/replace fencing

Install mulch and/or ground fabric

Clean/prepare greenhouse and grow-out area

Wash/sterilize production containers

Stock production containers with growing media Native plant propagation and production.

Tasks may include:

Seed native plant seeds in necessary containers according to specific propagation protocol

Maintain seedbeds for germination

Maintain (watering, fertilizing, monitoring) plants in accordance with specific protocols and procedures

Keep detailed records according to established inventory systems General operational maintenance and upkeep:

Maintain sanitary and hygienic production areas; clean production materials and tools

Monitor, treat, and document pests in accordance with Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Plan protocols and practices

Assist in researching native plant physiology/ecology and existing propagation methods

Assist the development and implementation of propagation experiments, protocols, or methods

Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

•). Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Optional Documents

Resume

Cover Letter