OPS - Farm Operations
University of Florida
OPS – Farm Operations
Apply now Job no: 539361
Work type: Temp Full-Time
Location: Palm Beach
Categories: Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Agriculture Operations
Department:60740000 - AG-EREC-BELLE GLADE
| Classification Title: | OPS– Farm Operations |
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| Classification Minimum Requirements: | None. |
| Job Description: | - Operate tractors and other agricultural equipment to apply fertilizer, plant, cultivate, and harvest crops in field and grass areas. - Apply fertilizers and pesticides in accordance with University of Florida and regulatory guidelines. - Assist with field water control systems and facilities maintenance activities. - Operate, inspect, and maintain a variety of equipment, including tractors, irrigation systems, and related machinery. - Collect soil samples for testing and analysis. - Operate University of Florida vehicles as required for work assignments. - Lubricate, clean, and perform routine upkeep on vehicles, machinery, equipment, instruments, tools, shop areas, and related workspaces using hand tools, power tools, and cleaning equipment. - Work schedule of Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with availability to work occasional weekends as needed. - Perform required duties in outdoor environments with frequent exposure to hot and humid weather conditions.
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| Expected Salary: | $17.00 hourly |
| Required Qualifications: | Valid Florida driver license. |
| Preferred: | High School Diploma. Farm experience, including heavy equipment operation. Basic computer knowledge. Ability to lift at least 30 lbs. weight Must obtain pesticide license within 3 months of employment. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants: | In order to be considered, you must upload your resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. Work schedule of Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with availability to work occasional weekends as needed. |
| Health Assessment Required: | No |
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| Position | Department | Location | Closes |
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| OPS – Farm Operations | 60740000 - AG-EREC-BELLE GLADE | Palm Beach | |
| The OPS - Farm Operations position is located in Belle Glade, FL. This individual is responsible for assisting in agricultural science program activities, such as planting, cultivating, fertilizing, irrigating, and harvesting crops; and maintaining equipment and ag workspaces clean. | |||
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| Position | Department | Location | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| OPS – Farm Operations | 60740000 - AG-EREC-BELLE GLADE | Palm Beach | |
| The OPS - Farm Operations position is located in Belle Glade, FL. This individual is responsible for assisting in agricultural science program activities, such as planting, cultivating, fertilizing, irrigating, and harvesting crops; and maintaining equipment and ag workspaces clean. | |||