OPS- Florida LAKEWATCH Water Quality Monitoring Assistant

OPS- Florida LAKEWATCH Water Quality Monitoring Assistant Job No: 540307 – Work Type: Full Time – Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) – Categories: Grant or Research Administration, Agricultural Sciences – Department: 60460000 - AG-SCHL FOR, FISH, & GEOMATICS Job Description Work with LAKEWATCH staff at the School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences (SFFGS) to support statewide citizen science water quality monitoring efforts. Classification Title OPS-Spons Prjs Non-Clerical Classification Minimum Requirements Valid Florida Driver's License Able to lift 50 lbs. Able to work in person on UF's Millhopper campus at 7922 NW 71st St., Gainesville, FL 32653. Responsibilities Prepare sample materials (bottle packs, filter packs, and data sheets) for distribution Drive to collection centers across Florida to pick up and transport water samples Assemble, maintain, and repair volunteer sampling kits and equipment Maintain vehicles and equipment used in field operations Organize and track samples, data sheets, and supplies Assist with occasional field sampling, data entry, and program support tasks Use a purchasing card and complete required paperwork to procure supplies as directed Other duties as assigned Expected Salary $15.00-$16.00 an hour. Required Qualifications Valid Florida Driver's License Able to lift 50 lbs. Able to work in person on UF's Millhopper campus at 7922 NW 71st St., Gainesville, FL 32653. Preferred No prior experience required Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Self-motivated and able to manage responsibilities with minimal supervision after training Health Assessment Required No Our Commitment The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr