Dryland Farm Operations Lead

University of Idaho; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Idaho is seeking a Farm Operations Foreperson to lead day-to-day farm operations at the Palouse Research Center in Moscow. The role oversees dryland farming, seed production, and equipment management, coordinating field activities and supervising temporary staff.

The position requires experience in agricultural production, equipment operation, and welding, with opportunities for CDL, pesticide, and forklift credentials. Schedule includes nonstandard hours and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in agricultural production or farm operations.
• Experience with dryland farming practices (soil prep, planting, cultivation, pesticide application, crop maintenance, harvesting).
• Experience operating and maintaining agricultural equipment and machinery.
• Experience with welding, cutting, fabrication, and metal repair.
• Ability to work nonstandard hours, including weekends, holidays, and overtime seasonally.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate dryland farming, research, and foundation seed production activities.
• Operate, maintain, repair, weld, and fabricate agricultural equipment and machinery.
• Coordinate daily field operations, equipment use, maintenance, and work assignments.
• Train and supervise temporary employees and provide technical direction on equipment operation and farm activities.
• Serve as acting operational lead in the absence of the Farm Operations Supervisor.
• Manage foundation seed processing, records, inventory, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage Federal Excess Property inventory and related program requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Agricultural production

Farm operations

Dryland farming

Equipment operation

Equipment maintenance

Welding/fabrication

Record keeping

Education

Degree preferred in agriculture or related field

Job description

University of Idaho is seeking a Farm Operations Foreperson to lead day-to-day farm operations at the Palouse Research Center in Moscow. The role oversees dryland farming, seed production, and equipment management, coordinating field activities and supervising temporary staff.

The position requires experience in agricultural production, equipment operation, and welding, with opportunities for CDL, pesticide, and forklift credentials. Schedule includes nonstandard hours and potential overtime.