| Classification Title: | Agricultural Assistant II |
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| Classification 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. |
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| Job Description: | - Maintain coordinate and participate in NFREC-Quincy center-wide pesticide recordkeeping perform computer-oriented duties for farm office and center records.
- Apply pesticides and fertilizers to research plots and center grounds. Calibrate sprayers fertilizer spreaders and handheld boom sprayers.
- Serve as lead for lower-level farm crew when assigned.
- Perform field and greenhouse work: planting maintaining and harvesting research crops.
- Operate a variety of farm equipment including state vehicles for land preparation planting spraying and harvesting of research plots and center grounds.
- Implement research projects with each program as necessary implement and coordinate sampling of farm research blocks for ph readings and aid in performing laboratory procedures using a variety of laboratory equipment.
- Assist with various activities associated with field days as needed.
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| Expected Salary: | $18.00 per hour |
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| Required Qualifications: | 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. The selected candidate must obtain a pesticide applicator license within six (6) months of employment. |
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| Preferred: | - Proficiency in the operation of computers (familiarity with Windows OS Microsoft Office) and computer-related tasks.
- Ability to perform basic agricultural skills.
- Ability to operate and perform basic maintenance and repairs on farm machinery.
- Prior experience with GPS-assisted equipment operation.
- Ability to work in hot humid environments and cold environments in winter.
- Ability to work well with others in a team situation.
- Ability to prioritize and organize tasks as assigned.
- Ability to record data accurately.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing with colleagues.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: | In order to be considered you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. This position is eligible forveteranspreference. If you are claimingveteranspreference please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. SeeourVeterans Preference Pagefor more specific information. |
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| Health Assessment Required: | Yes |
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Required Experience:
Junior IC
Classification Title:Agricultural Assistant IIClassification 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.Job Description:M...
| Classification Title: | Agricultural Assistant II |
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| Classification 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. |
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| Job Description: | - Maintain coordinate and participate in NFREC-Quincy center-wide pesticide recordkeeping perform computer-oriented duties for farm office and center records.
- Apply pesticides and fertilizers to research plots and center grounds. Calibrate sprayers fertilizer spreaders and handheld boom sprayers.
- Serve as lead for lower-level farm crew when assigned.
- Perform field and greenhouse work: planting maintaining and harvesting research crops.
- Operate a variety of farm equipment including state vehicles for land preparation planting spraying and harvesting of research plots and center grounds.
- Implement research projects with each program as necessary implement and coordinate sampling of farm research blocks for ph readings and aid in performing laboratory procedures using a variety of laboratory equipment.
- Assist with various activities associated with field days as needed.
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| Expected Salary: | $18.00 per hour |
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| Required Qualifications: | 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. The selected candidate must obtain a pesticide applicator license within six (6) months of employment. |
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| Preferred: | - Proficiency in the operation of computers (familiarity with Windows OS Microsoft Office) and computer-related tasks.
- Ability to perform basic agricultural skills.
- Ability to operate and perform basic maintenance and repairs on farm machinery.
- Prior experience with GPS-assisted equipment operation.
- Ability to work in hot humid environments and cold environments in winter.
- Ability to work well with others in a team situation.
- Ability to prioritize and organize tasks as assigned.
- Ability to record data accurately.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing with colleagues.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: | In order to be considered you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. This position is eligible forveteranspreference. If you are claimingveteranspreference please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. SeeourVeterans Preference Pagefor more specific information. |
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| Health Assessment Required: | Yes |
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Required Experience:
Junior IC
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