General farm labor at Colorado State University Fort Collins, CO

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 20,402 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Colorado State University is seeking a candidate for general labor and research farm support at the Arkansas Valley Research Center in Fort Collins, CO. Responsibilities include maintenance of research plots, planning and harvesting crops, and facility upkeep. Applicants should demonstrate physical fitness to handle heavy lifting and be adaptable to varied work hours. The position offers a salary of $14.81 to $18.00 per hour based on experience. This role is essential for supporting agricultural research operations.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated communication skills to understand instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform manual tasks.
• Availability for flexible work hours including nights/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide general labor and support for research at Arkansas Valley Research Center.
• Maintain research plots through planting and irrigation.
• Perform maintenance and repair on facilities and equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under supervision

Physical ability to lift heavy loads

Adaptability to flexible work hours

Job description

Position Summary

This position provides general labor and research farm support for the Arkansas Valley Research Center.

Responsibilities

• Research field production and maintenance (planting, irrigation, and general research plot upkeep)
• Experimental crop planning and harvesting
• General maintenance and repair of facilities, grounds, and equipment

Minimum Qualifications

• Provide documentation to verify identity and authorization to work.
• Demonstrated communication skills and ability to understand verbal and written instructions (English).
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner with or without direct supervision.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of this position, which include heavy lifting up to 50 lbs and manual dexterity, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and handling.
• Ability to work in environmental conditions including exposure to weather and noise.
• Ability to accommodate Flexible Work Arrangements (FWA) and meet seasonal demands and varied work hours extending into night and/or weekend.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with large-scale irrigation systems.
• Experience in a research or compliance-oriented environment.
• Working knowledge of agriculture crops relevant to the AVRC.
• Valid driver's license or ability to obtain one by start date, or access to a licensed driver.

Salary

$14.81 to $18.00 per hour, hourly salary commensurate with experience.

Location

Rocky Ford, CO 81067.

Contact

Email: [e-mail]

EEO Statement

Colorado State University provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

References

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