| Job Description: |
Performs routine farm work related to agricultural research conducted mainly on vegetable and citrus crops including land preparation, planting, harvesting, irrigation, fertilization, mowing, spraying and other required maintenance of research plots and adjacent farm areas. Safely operates farm tractors and associated machinery and special implements. Correctly hitches, sets, and operates mechanical, electric, and hydraulically-powered tools and attachments. Efficiently uses a variety of hand tools. Performs routine safety and operational checks of equipment and reports all unsafe conditions or faulty equipment observed in the course of duties.
Assists the Farm Supervisor in maintaining the integrity and operation of all farm systems and infrastructure. Duties include tasks encompassing the maintenance, monitoring, and repair of roads, ditches, water control structures, pumps, motors, irrigation systems, drainage reservoirs, and all related buildings, equipment, accessories, and supplies.
Responsible for safely and correctly mixing, loading, and applying agrichemicals for applications related to active research, projects, and farm maintenance. Assists in calibrating and adjusting fertilizer applications, seeding, and spraying apparatus.
Performs miscellaneous and special duties as requested by the Farm Supervisor and administrators. Examples include training OPS or other employees when requested, addressing proper safety procedures and farming practices, participating in required job and skill training, supervising work crews and contractors used in the course of activities assisting with general maintenance as needed, maintaining required certifications and licenses, etc.
Some duties require the operation of a motor vehicle to visit work sites and deliver or obtain supplies and equipment. Limited special duties, e.g. weekend irrigation and drainage checks on experiments, off-site experiment work, or storm water management emergencies may require work outside normal scheduled hours.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
Florida pesticide applicators license.
Florida Driver License.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Open to UF Employees Only.
This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.
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