Agricultural Technician, Senior

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Senior Agricultural Technician to support research and farm operations at the Parma Research Center. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment and facilities, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures.

This position requires a high school diploma and a Commercial Driver’s License, with a pay range starting at $20 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Commercial Driver’s License required or obtainable within 3 months.
• Professional pesticide applicator’s license to be obtained within 6 months.
• Ability to work in adverse environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for research activities at the Parma Research Center.
• Maintain and repair agricultural equipment and buildings.
• Supervise temporary staff and maintain safety records.

Skills

Repair and maintain hydraulic systems

Operate welding equipment

Troubleshoot mechanical issues

Use hand and power tools

Read technical service manuals

Proficiency with MS Excel and Word

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Agricultural Technician, Senior

Position Overview

Provides support for the Parma Research and Extension Center’s research activities and farm operations by performing and overseeing a variety of skilled tasks, including operating, calibrating, and maintaining hand and tractor-driven equipment for planting, cultivating, irrigating, spraying, harvesting, and storing crops; repairing, modifying, and fabricating agricultural and research equipment using mechanical tools and welding techniques; maintaining buildings, facilities, and grounds, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling systems, and lawn care; monitoring safe work conditions, supervising temporary staff, and maintaining accurate records of equipment, maintenance, and work performed; and utilizing technical knowledge, post‑secondary training, and certifications to support research operations, maintain equipment and facilities, and ensure compliance with safety procedures.

Required Experience

• Repair and maintain hydraulic, electrical, brake, and small‑engine systems on farm equipment, vehicles, and research equipment
• Modify, repair, and fabricate equipment for field, greenhouse, and laboratory research
• Operate welding equipment (arc, TIG, MIG, oxy‑acetylene, wirefeed)
• Maintain and repair buildings and facilities, including carpentry, structural systems, plumbing, heating, cooling, and electrical systems
• Use and maintain hand and power tools for construction, maintenance, and repair
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic system issues and determine appropriate repairs
• Read and interpret technical service manuals
• Use computers to access email and online resources

Required Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Required Other

• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL or obtained in 3 months) with DOT requirements and drug and alcohol testing
• Professional pesticide applicator’s license or obtain within 6 months

Additional Preferred

• Post‑secondary technical/mechanical training or certification
• Experience with computer‑controlled vehicle systems
• Proficiency with MS Excel and Word

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to work in adverse environmental conditions
• Perform extensive manual labor
• Work autonomously, efficiently, and safely within guidelines established by supervising personnel
• Ability to lift, carry or otherwise move up to 80 lbs.

Degree Requirement

No degree requirement.

Pay Range

$20 per hour, or higher depending on experience.

FLSA Status

Non‑Exempt

Employee Category

Classified

Background Check Statement

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.