Job description

This job is in Homestead, Florida, please apply directly This is an hourly position in Homestead, Florida.

Please apply directly to:https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/525290/ops-agricultural-assistant

The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to operate and maintain equipment associated with farming/cultural practices including but not limited to heavy equipment operation, light duty tractors/mowers, etc., on this 160-acre research facility. The incumbent will also demonstrate a good work ethic and the ability to work without constant supervision.

• Assists in field experiments including, but not limited to, field plot installation, field plot layout, plastic much installation, irrigation system installation, rebar installation, frost protection installation, treatment applications, planting, fruit and vegetable harvesting and grading, dismantling of completed project, etc.
• Operates and maintains a variety of tractors and equipment associated with field operations including, but not limited to, tillage equipment, pre-bedders, plastic mulch applicators, mowers, sprayers, drenchers, irrigation pumps, backhoe, forklift, etc.
• Assists with grove maintenance including, but not limited to, mowing, fertilizer application, pesticide application, irrigation maintenance, planting, tree removal, etc.
• Performs other related duties as needed.
• Essential participant for all natural disaster preparation and recovery operations, such as frost protection, pre and post hurricane programs, drought mitigation, etc.

TREC- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion StatementWe are committed to a welcoming, safe, inclusive, and equitable environment for everyone at TREC. We celebrate our diversity and see it as one of our major strengths, knowing that our community is strengthened by our differences and our commonalities. We value the opportunity to share ideas, solve problems, and learn from people with diverse experiences and backgrounds that inform their unique contributions. We respect a multiplicity of identities, including but not limited to race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, ethnicity, nationality, socio-economic status, (dis)ability, age, religious commitment, or political perspectives. We strive to promote justice, impartiality, and fairness within our institution and with all we do. We believe in showing respect for one and all.

UF IFAS- Diversity StatementThe Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is committed to creating an environment that affirms diversity across a variety of dimensions, including ability, class, ethnicity/race, gender identity and expression. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service. We strongly encourage historically underrepresented groups to apply.If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Homestead, FL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Farming: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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