Agricultural Assistant II

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　　Work type: Staff Full-Time

　　Location: Suwannee

　　Categories: Veteran's Preference Eligible, Agriculture Operations

　　Department: 60777000 - AG-LIVE OAK UNIT

　　Classification Title:

　　Agricultural Assistant II

　　Job Description:

　　The incumbent will perform tasks as assigned to conduct field demonstrations including equipment preparation and maintenance, sampling, harvesting, and grading. Must be able to perform safe and efficient operation of farm machinery and equipment.

　　The incumbent will implement vital research and extension programs. Tasks include escorting and assisting the Agricultural Assistant III in transporting over size equipment to and from on-farm demonstration sites. The incumbent must be able to operate a tractor trailer in the absence of the Agricultural Assistant III. These tasks will require training and license to perform these duties. Scheduling crop services with farmer cooperators and fulfilling the needs of research and extension projects.

　　The incumbent will perform basic equipment repair and modification. Tasks include servicing equipment, welding repairs/fabrication and light carpentry work. The incumbent will perform repairs and maintenance and fertigation applications.

　　Other duties as required.

　　Expected Salary:

　　$18.30 hourly

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　High school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　The ability to operate all forms of farm machinery (tractors, backhoes, combines, etc.).

　　Experience with irrigation equipment operation and repair (pivot/drip).

　　The ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with others.

　　Special Instructions to Applicants:

　　"In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume & reference list."

　　Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of February 5, 2024.

　　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 ourVeteran's Preference Page (https://jobs.ufl.edu/applicant-resources/veterans/) for more specific information.

　　Health Assessment Required:Yes

　　Advertised: 22 Jan 2024 Eastern Standard Time

　　Applications close: 05 Feb 2024 Eastern Standard Time