Position Overview
This position will perform farming, irrigation, and maintenance duties in support of research related to irrigated potatoes, forage, and grain crops at the Aberdeen R&E Center under the general direction of the Farm Supervisor or other staff as designated by the Superintendent.
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The Aberdeen Research and Extension Center is located in Aberdeen and is operated by the University of Idaho College of Agricultural and Life Sciences through the Idaho Agricultural Experiment Station. The center focuses on research in plant breeding and crop production.

The center also supports close collaborative efforts with the U.S. Department of Agriculture – Agricultural Research Service, which focuses on potato and small grains germplasm improvement and on increasing rainbow trout production efficiency through use of grain-based feeds. The center also supports discovery and development of native plants for the horticulture industry.
Position Qualifications
Required Experience
Experience in operation and maintenance of a variety of diesel and gasoline powered farm equipment.
Using electrical and hand operated shop tools.
Required Education
Required Other
Possess a Private Applicator’s License with chemical endorsement or ability to obtain one within 6 months.
Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
Flexibility to work odd hours and weekends.
Additional Preferred
Thorough knowledge of methods used in agricultural crop production.
Ability to keep complete and accurate records.
Ability to work well with others; effectively supervise temporary and non-skilled workers.
Experience with irrigation systems and general irrigated agricultural.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Ability to lift, carry, and/or otherwise move up to 80 lbs.
Ability to work in adverse environmental conditions.


Degree Requirement N/A: No degree requirement
Posting Information
FLSA Status Overtime Eligible
Employee Category Classified
Pay Range $15.00 per hour or higher depending on experience
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE
1.0
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Funding This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.