Lead Agricultural Field Technician

UM01 University of Maryland College Park (UMCP); College Park (MD); On-site; USD 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland College Park is seeking a skilled Operations Assistant at the Western Maryland Research and Education Center in Keedysville, MD. The role supports daily agricultural research operations, coordinates fieldwork, and helps oversee staff during the Assistant Director of Operations’ absence.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, six years’ agricultural experience (including four in research) and a valid Maryland license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Six years progressively responsible experience in agriculture work, including four years in lab or field research.
• Two years in a lead or supervisory capacity.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out fieldwork at WMREC, including tilling, planting, spraying, harvesting.
• Operate farm equipment such as tractors, planters, sprayers, and combines.
• Provide leadership when the Assistant Director of Operations is absent.
• Maintain and repair farm equipment, grounds and facilities.
• Coordinate fieldwork with UMD faculty conducting research.

Skills

Farming practices

Field research

Equipment maintenance

Mathematics

Computer usage & supervision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CDL / farm equipment operation

Job description

University of Maryland College Park is seeking a skilled Operations Assistant at the Western Maryland Research and Education Center in Keedysville, MD. The role supports daily agricultural research operations, coordinates fieldwork, and helps oversee staff during the Assistant Director of Operations’ absence.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, six years’ agricultural experience (including four in research) and a valid Maryland license.