Agricultural Assistant II partners directly with Farm Manager and Supervisors to complete research and extension programmatic duties
Job Summary
Agricultural Assistant II partners directly with Farm Manager and Supervisors to complete research and extension programmatic duties.
The role includes performing pest management, chemical applications, and maintaining farm infrastructure and equipment.
The position requires availability for emergency storm preparation and occasional extended hours to support field experiments and extension activities.
Matching Summary
Agricultural Assistant II partners directly with Farm Manager and Supervisors to complete research and extension programmatic duties.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Perform in-field agricultural procedures
Operate and maintain farm equipment
Chemical and fertilizer applications
Irrigation and sprinkler system maintenance
Record keeping on crops and experiments
Driving required for role
Emergency storm preparation and response
Nice-to-have
Stellar communication and collaboration skills
Experience with digital facility management tools
Moderate proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Organizational efficiency meeting deadlines
Co-supervise equipment resources
Support educational extension events
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Two years of relevant experience
Appropriate college coursework or vocational training may substitute experience
Experience with pesticide applications
Health assessment required due to physical demands