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Seasonal Farm Worker

Requisition ID: 2024-7991

of Openings: 1

Location: US-UT Category: Other Position Type: Non-benefited (hourly) Part-Time Job Classification: Non-Benefited College: College of Agriculture and Applied Sc Department: Agricultural Experiment Station Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience

Overview We are seeking a skilled worker to join our team for various farm operations. Responsibilities include routine maintenance, planting, tillage, haying, silage chopping, mowing, irrigating, and maintaining irrigation equipment. Ideal candidates will possess experience in irrigation systems, heavy equipment operation, farm machinery operation, and hold a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Basic computer proficiency is required.

Position Details:

• Duration: Hourly position from May 1st to October.
• Availability: Flexibility required for days, evenings, and weekends as per operational needs.

• Physical Requirements: The job involves bending, lifting heavy objects, and prolonged standing. Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in farm operations.

• Proficiency in operating heavy machinery.
• Familiarity with irrigation systems.
• Basic computer skills. Estimated Start Date: May 1, 2024.

Join us in our commitment to excellence in farming operations. If you have the skills and dedication, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Proficiency in a variety of farm operations, including routine maintenance, planting, tillage, haying, silage chopping, mowing, and irrigation system management.
• Experience in operating and maintaining irrigation systems, heavy equipment, farm machinery, and holding a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) for heavy truck operation.

Qualifications Minimum Requirements:

• 2 years of experience in agriculture work.
• 2 years of experience operating construction and/or farm equipment.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance on trucks, tractors, implements, and other equipment.

• Willingness to work a versatile schedule, primarily during, but not limited to, normal business hours. Preferred Requirements:

• Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with driving experience.

• GPS Auto Guidance Experience Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Self-motivated individual capable of working independently.

• Able and willing to work outdoors in warm, or otherwise inclement weather.
• Demonstrated ability to perform hard work and handle physically demanding tasks.
• Comfortable working in various conditions and environments, including dirty or adverse weather conditions.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with managers, researchers, and professors, adapting to different ideas and personalities.

Required Documents Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV".
• Three references to be added at the beginning of your application. Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience

ADA This position requires moderate physical activity. Employees... For full info follow application link.

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