RESEARCH FARM ASSISTANT 2

State of Louisiana; St. Gabriel (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

LSU AgCenter in Louisiana seeks a maintenance/farm worker at the Reproductive Biology Center in St. Gabriel. The role involves operating tractors and related equipment, maintaining facilities, and supporting farm operations on site.

The position requires at least one year of relevant experience or six credit hours in agriculture, with a 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, Mon-Fri schedule and some nights/weekends. Salary is based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in the care of animals; the general care of crops, shrubs, or plants; or farm-related equipment and machinery operation; OR
• Six semester hours in an agricultural field.

Responsibilities

• Operates tractors, lawnmowers, batwing rotary cutters, disk and cultipacker, hay cutters, hay rake, seed broadcaster, and equipment for chemical applications.
• Maintains property and fences; sprays fence line weeds, upkeep of fences, repairs gates or fences, builds enclosures, maintains drainage ditches, and mows pastures and lawns around shops and buildings.
• Makes minor adjustments and repairs to farm equipment, lawn mowers, ATVs and tractors.
• Assists with maintenance in shop areas, shade structures and main building.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Animal care

Crop/landscape maintenance

Farm equipment operation

Education

Six semester hours in an agricultural field

Job description

About This Job

The LSU AgCenter focuses on research, extension and teaching to make advancements that will benefit generations. The LSU AgCenter is one of nine campuses of the LSU System. With offices in every parish and research stations across the state, the LSU AgCenter is committed to serving the citizens of Louisiana. That pledge includes our dedication to agriculture and the vital work of providing innovation and support for the food and fiber sector while improving agriculture’s valuable contributions to the state’s economy. Our educational efforts span nutrition and health, food safety, backyard gardening, disaster preparedness, storm recovery, youth development, managing insects and natural threats, economic development, resource conservation and so much more. The LSU AgCenter provides individuals, families, businesses, schools, industries and local governments with valuable information aimed at improving economic conditions, general wellness and quality of life. Our faculty members across the state are actively engaged in research that creates solutions for the many aspects of agriculture while serving all residents of Louisiana.

For more information about the LSU AGCenter, please visit: LSU AgCenter. Form more information about the Reproductive Biology Center, please visit: Reproductive Biology Center.

About This Job

The LSU AgCenter focuses on research, extension and teaching to make advancements that will benefit generations. The LSU AgCenter is one of nine campuses of the LSU System. With offices in every parish and research stations across the state, the LSU AgCenter is committed to serving the citizens of Louisiana. That pledge includes our dedication to agriculture and the vital work of providing innovation and support for the food and fiber sector while improving agriculture’s valuable contributions to the state’s economy. Our educational efforts span nutrition and health, food safety, backyard gardening, disaster preparedness, storm recovery, youth development, managing insects and natural threats, economic development, resource conservation and so much more. The LSU AgCenter provides individuals, families, businesses, schools, industries and local governments with valuable information aimed at improving economic conditions, general wellness and quality of life. Our faculty members across the state are actively engaged in research that creates solutions for the many aspects of agriculture while serving all residents of Louisiana.

For more information about the LSU AGCenter, please visit: LSU AgCenter. Form more information about the Reproductive Biology Center, please visit: Reproductive Biology Center.

Minimum Qualifications

One year of experience in the care of animals; the general care of crops, shrubs, or plants; or farm-related equipment and machinery operation; OR

Six semester hours in an agricultural field.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

Job Duties and Other Information

• Operates complex farm machinery equipment such as tractors, lawnmowers, batwing rotary cutters, disk and cultipacker, hay cutters, hay rake, seed broadcaster, and equipment for chemical applications. (30%)
• Maintains property and fences. Sprays fence line weeds, upkeeps hard and hotwire fences, repairs damaged gates or fences, builds new enclosures on property, maintains drainage ditches, mows pastures and lawn around shops and buildings. (30%)
• Makes minor adjustments and repairs to farm equipment, lawn mowers, ATV’s and tractors. (20%)
• Assists with maintenance in shop areas, shade structures and main building. (10%)
• Other duties as assigned. (10%)

Position-Specific Details

• Appointment Type: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
• Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday. Some nights and weekends may be needed.
• Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
• Location: Reproductive Biology Center, St. Gabriel, La.
• This position is not eligible for remote employment.

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy contact: Rebecca Smelley at [e-mail].

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program:

Insurance Coverage

More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave

Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave

State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veteran's Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement

State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works). These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others