Field Operations & Livestock Technician

Virginia Tech; Virginia, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA, is seeking an Agricultural Technician to support AREC operations. You will operate a tractor, planter/no-till drill, and various farm implements, perform haying and crop harvesting, and assist with cattle care and facilities maintenance.

Applicants should have experience with livestock or crops, operate agricultural equipment, lift 75 pounds, communicate clearly, and work well in a team; overtime eligibility applies for non-exempt staff.

Qualifications

• Experience with livestock and/or crop production.
• Experience in operating agricultural equipment and vehicles.
• Experience or ability to perform heavy manual labor and lift 75 pounds or more.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience working as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Operate a tractor, planter/no-till drill, and farm implements.
• Make hay, harvest crops, and perform minor facilities maintenance.
• Care for cattle, calving, breeding, and moving cattle as needed.
• Inform Superintendent or Farm Manager of problems that arise.

Skills

Livestock experience

Crop production

Operate agricultural equipment

Heavy manual labor

Team player

Strong communication

Job description

Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA, is seeking an Agricultural Technician to support AREC operations. You will operate a tractor, planter/no-till drill, and various farm implements, perform haying and crop harvesting, and assist with cattle care and facilities maintenance.

Applicants should have experience with livestock or crops, operate agricultural equipment, lift 75 pounds, communicate clearly, and work well in a team; overtime eligibility applies for non-exempt staff.