University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Farm Technician
PayCompetitive
LocationPine Bluff/Arkansas
Employment typeFull-Time
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Job Description
- Req#: R0051163
Employer Industry: Agriculture
Why Consider this Job Opportunity:
- Salary up to $46,500
- Opportunity for growth and development in the field of agriculture
- Chance to work on a diverse research and teaching farm
- Engage in small plot research and row crop agriculture
- Collaborate with a supportive team in maintaining farm equipment and farm upkeep
What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Drive tractors with implements for plowing, planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops
- Operate trucks to haul harvested crops, supplies, tools, or farm workers
- Spray fertilizer or pesticide solutions to control insects, fungus, weed growth, and diseases
- Attach and operate farm implements such as plows, discs, sprayers, and harvesters
- Perform tasks such as thinning, hoeing, weeding, and pruning row crops, fruit trees, or vines
What is Required (Qualifications):
- B.S. degree in agriculture preferred, or high school diploma with at least ten years of experience
- Knowledge and experience in agriculture and farm maintenance
- Ability to operate and maintain farm machinery
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Physical stamina and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- 5 years of experience in agriculture or related field
- Familiarity with small plot research and row crop agriculture
Hashtags:
#Agriculture #FarmLife #ResearchOpportunity #CareerDevelopment #WorkOutdoors
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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a public research university in Little Rock, Arkansas.