Agricultural Tech II Research

This position provides essential support for the successful operation of production-scale farming [commodities of wheat, grain sorghum, silage, and hay] under the direction of a farmer/farm manager.

  • 518374
  • Colby, Kansas
  • NW Research Ext Center Colby
  • Staff Full Time (USS)
  • Opening on: Oct 11 2024
  • On-site

About This Role:

This position provides essential support for the successful operation of production-scale farming [commodities of wheat, grain sorghum, silage, and hay] under the direction of a farmer.

The Northwest Research-Extension Center farm production team is responsible for performing all common agronomic tasks associated with crop production, including, but not limited to pesticide application, tillage, planting, irrigation, and harvesting.

Worksite Options:

This role is expected to be performed on-site 5 days/week with weekends varying during certain times of the year such as the growing season and harvest.

 

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • One year of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • BS degree preferred plus three years’ experience in large-scale farming operations.
  • Vocational training in the safe and proper use of pesticides would be highly desirable.
  • Ability to drive large and small farm equipment safely and skillfully.

Other Requirements:

  • Valid driver’s license that permits incumbent to operate automobiles, pickup trucks, and farm trucks having standard or automatic transmissions.
  • Certified, [or] capable and willing to become certified in the application of restricted-use pesticides on crops within the first 6 months of employment.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

  1. Cover letter
  2. Resume
  3. Drivers' License
  4. Any certifications already obtained.

Screening of Applications Begins:

 

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

 

 

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

 

$16.76 - $20.55 per hour

 

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Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

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