Position Function:

To assist in supervision of farm operation, equipment and shop maintenance. To perform farm and research related duties as assigned by the Farm Supervisor.

Salary Grade:  11

Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges.  For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.

Anticipated Appointment Date:

March 2025. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Land preparation, planting, cultivating, and application of pesticides.
2. Apply and supervise the application of pesticides utilizing computerized spray equipment.
3. Maintenance of farm equipment.
4. Calibrate pesticide applicators, planters, etc.
5. Assist in the purchase of supplies.
6. Assist the farm supervisor with farm records.
7. Assist with pesticide application and storage records.
8. Collect harvest data from all research plots utilizing computerized harvesting equipment.
9. Operate and maintain the satellite guidance system (RTK) for all land preparation activities.
10. Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or GED.
Experience: Three years experience in general farm work setting.
Licensure: Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Field research plot experience.
2. Supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to follow instructions.
Knowledge of farm practices.
Skill in maintaining farm equipment.
Ability to operate farm equipment.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

1. Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
2. Light physical effort. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.
3. Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
4. Operation of various types of heavy machinery may be hazardous. Exposure to pesticides and hazardous waste materials. Exposure to extreme weather conditions.

Instructions for Applying:

Link to apply:  http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/

Please apply online through the MSU Careers Website. 

Screening Date:

February 13, 2025, until filled. 

Restricted Clause:

Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.

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