Lead Soils & Plants Technician — On-Site Research Farm

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employee and

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ, invites applications for Head Soils and Plants Technician. The role involves guiding a team in soil and plant research setups and performing group duties, with on-site hours from 7:30am to 4:30pm.

Qualifications include a high school education with 3 years of agricultural experience, and licensure requirements such as NJ Pesticide Applicator License and a valid driver's license. A Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school/vocational education or equivalent with 3 years agriculture experience.
• Equivalent combination of related courses and experience may substitute.
• Must obtain NJ Pesticide Applicator License within six months of employment.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to complete Rutgers Defensive Driving Course.

Responsibilities

• Guides and instructs a group in duties involving land and experimental equipment for soils and plants.
• Performs any duties of the group.

Skills

Communication skills

Plant science literacy

Driving history

Education

High school/vocational education or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in agriculture (horticulture or agronomy) preferred

NJ Pesticide Applicator License within six months

Valid driver’s license

Rutgers Defensive Driving Course

Tools

Tractors

Roto-tillers

Soil preparation implements

Mowers

Chain saws

Power tools

Job description

Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ, invites applications for Head Soils and Plants Technician. The role involves guiding a team in soil and plant research setups and performing group duties, with on-site hours from 7:30am to 4:30pm.

Qualifications include a high school education with 3 years of agricultural experience, and licensure requirements such as NJ Pesticide Applicator License and a valid driver's license. A Bachelor's degree is preferred.