Research Farm Technician

The Ohio State University

Caldwell, OH, USA
Not specified; offer falls within farm coordinator...
2 years large animal production experience
Valid ohio driver's license required
Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly
This role supports daily operations and research activities at the Eastern Agricultural Research Station involving hands-on work with livestock and forage production

Job Summary

  • This role supports daily operations and research activities at the Eastern Agricultural Research Station involving hands-on work with livestock and forage production.
  • The technician is responsible for building fences, performing animal health monitoring, and operating specialized agricultural machinery while maintaining detailed records.
  • Candidates must be available for flexible schedules during critical periods such as calving, lambing, breeding seasons, and harvest times.

Matching Summary

This role supports daily operations and research activities at the Eastern Agricultural Research Station involving hands-on work with livestock and forage production.

Salary

Not specified; Offer falls within Farm Coordinator 3 (T3 level) range based on internal equity and budget

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 2 years large animal production experience
  • Valid Ohio Driver's License required
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly
  • Experience operating agricultural machinery
  • High School diploma or GED

Nice-to-have

  • Associate degree in Animal Science
  • 4-6 years research environment experience
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
  • Willingness to train seasonal employees

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED
  • 2 years of large animal production experience
  • Valid Ohio Driver's License
  • Physical ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Successful background check completion

Work Rights

Not specified

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