Field and Maintenance Worker

Missouri State University; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a Field and Maintenance Worker to manage the care and maintenance of fruit trees and related agricultural work. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, three years of relevant experience, and the ability to operate farm machinery. This full-time role requires physical fitness for outdoor work year-round and adherence to safety protocols while using agricultural chemicals.

Qualifications

• Three years of work experience in farming or fruit growing.
• Possession of a Missouri driver’s license is required.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Perform care and maintenance of fruit trees and related plantings.
• Apply chemicals used in fruit growing as directed.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of farm machinery.

Skills

Ability to read English

Skill in operation of farm machinery

Knowledge of fruit growing

Skill in using an arc welder

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of vocational agricultural training

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

First date of consideration is April 25, 2025. Review of applications will continue until filled.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Field and Maintenance Worker

Work Location

Work Location Mountain Grove Campus

Department

Department Darr College of Agriculture Administration

HR Home Department

HR Home Department 021011 COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE

Pay Grade

Pay Grade 23

Proposed Salary

Proposed Salary $15.00

Sponsorship Information

Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees?

Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants.

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Full Time Regular

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

General Function

The Field and Maintenance Worker performs semi-skilled work in the care and maintenance of fruit trees, vines, and related plantings which requires knowledge of fruit growing and the ability to operate manual, electrically-powered, diesel- or gasoline-powered farm machinery, tools, and equipment. The Field and Maintenance Worker applies chemicals used in fruit growing, following either written or verbal directions, and wearing prescribed protective clothing; performs routine and preventative maintenance and cleaning of farm machinery, equipment, and tools, makes minor repairs within demonstrated capability, and performs other duties as may be assigned by the Field and Maintenance Crew Leader.

Description of Primary Duties

The Field and Maintenance Worker performs semi-skilled work in the care and maintenance of fruit trees, vines, and related plantings which requires knowledge of fruit growing and the ability to operate manual, electrically-powered, diesel- or gasoline-powered farm machinery, tools, and equipment. The Field and Maintenance Worker applies chemicals used in fruit growing, following either written or verbal directions, and wearing prescribed protective clothing; performs routine and preventative maintenance and cleaning of farm machinery, equipment, and tools, makes minor repairs within demonstrated capability, and performs other duties as may be assigned by the Field and Maintenance Crew Leader.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

Education: A high school diploma or the equivalent is required; two years of vocational agricultural training is preferred.

Experience: At least three years of work experience in farming, fruit growing, or a related agricultural area is required.

Skills: Must be able to read English language sufficiently to understand written instructions from researchers as well as directions for the proper mixture, use, and disposal/storage of chemicals, fertilizers, and similar products used in fruit growing or agricultural work. Skill in the proper operation and maintenance of farm machinery, tractors, tools, and agricultural equipment is required. The knowledge and ability to drive farm tractors is required. Skill in the use of an arc welder and cutting torch is preferred.

License: Possession of a Missouri driver’s license is required. Possession of a public pesticide operator’s license is preferred.

Effort: The ability to work out-of-doors, year round, in all types of weather is required. The ability to lift and transport fruit growing or agricultural supplies and equipment weighing up to 70 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis is required. Prolonged walking and standing and frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching is required on a daily basis. A full range of physical motion in order to operate manual, electrically-powered and diesel- or gasoline-powered farm machinery, tools, and equipment is required. The ability to access areas that may only be accessible by climbing ladders is required. The ability to move throughout the assigned area is required.

Other: The scope of the position requires exposure to and use of chemical compounds for application on trees, vines, fruit plants, and other agricultural products which may be hazardous and cause injury if specific instructions regarding their mixture, application, use, and disposal/storage are not followed properly.

Additional Qualifications

Link to Job Description

Link to Job Description http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/21858.htm

Open Date

Open Date 04/09/2025

Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)

Special Instructions to Applicants

First date of consideration is April 25, 2025. Review of applications will continue until filled.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Non-Discrimination Statement

Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.


The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, [e-mail] , 417-836-4252.

Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this vacancy?
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• * Please specify the recruitment source where you located this posting. If you selected Employee Referral above, please list the name of the current MSU employee who referred you.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have a valid Missouri driver's license?
  • Yes, I have a valid Missouri driver's license
  • No. I have a valid driver's license from another state.
  • No, I do not have a valid driver's license
• * Do you have at least two years of vocational agricultural training?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have at least three years of work experience in farming, fruit growing, or a related agricultural area?
  • Yes
  • No
Required Documents
• Resume
Optional Documents
• Cover Letter
• Other Documents -1
• Certificate/License-1

If you have questions:
Office of Human Resources
(t)417-836-5102
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

If you have student employment questions:
Student Employment Services
(t)417-836-5627
Monday - Friday
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