Agricultural Field Technician & Research Grounds Keeper

NMSU; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University’s Agricultural Science Center at Farmington is seeking an Agricultural Science Center Laborer to support daily operations of agricultural research plots and demonstration activities.

The role includes planting, irrigation, maintenance of fields and facilities, and operating tractors and equipment; weekend/evening shifts may be required. High school diploma or higher is required, and applicants should be prepared for physical labor and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or higher degree.

Responsibilities

• Plants, harvests, cultivates and irrigates experimental research plots and research field crops.
• Mows, edges and waters lawns, trees and shrubs; cleans shops, sheds and barns.
• Rakes leaves and removes debris; sprays for weeds and insects; applies fertilizers and pesticides.
• Operates farm equipment including tractors and harvesters; hauls debris and transports supplies.
• May assist in fence/road/structure maintenance and related repairs.
• Feeds, waters and cares for research livestock; ensures safety procedures are followed.

Education

High School diploma or higher degree

Job description

New Mexico State University’s Agricultural Science Center at Farmington is seeking an Agricultural Science Center Laborer to support daily operations of agricultural research plots and demonstration activities.

The role includes planting, irrigation, maintenance of fields and facilities, and operating tractors and equipment; weekend/evening shifts may be required. High school diploma or higher is required, and applicants should be prepared for physical labor and safety procedures.