Farm Operations Lead - Research Center

University of Idaho; Idaho; On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Idaho is seeking a Farm Operations Foreperson to manage field operations and equipment at the Kimberly Research Center. The role supports research projects involving crops like potatoes, sugar beets, and dry beans.

You will supervise staff, ensure safety, and coordinate daily field activities at the Kimberly site. The position requires two years of supervisory experience in agriculture and at least four years of related agricultural work, with a valid driver’s license and

Qualifications

• Two years of experience supervising in an agricultural setting.
• Four years of agricultural experience.
• Experience in teamwork, following safety practices, keeping records, irrigated farming, and farm management techniques including equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Hiring, training, and supervising farm staff.
• Managing plant production protocols for research.
• Maintaining vehicles and equipment.
• Coordinating daily field operations.
• Operating tractor and other equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety practices

Record keeping

Irrigated farming

Farm management

Equipment operation

Maintenance

Crop management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

University of Idaho is seeking a Farm Operations Foreperson to manage field operations and equipment at the Kimberly Research Center. The role supports research projects involving crops like potatoes, sugar beets, and dry beans.

You will supervise staff, ensure safety, and coordinate daily field activities at the Kimberly site. The position requires two years of supervisory experience in agriculture and at least four years of related agricultural work, with a valid driver’s license and