Seasonal Agricultural Workers

Rutgers University; New Jersey; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking Seasonal Agricultural Workers to support its research initiatives. This role involves maintaining turfgrass research areas, operating farm equipment, and assisting with educational programs. Ideal candidates will be trained in necessary skills and must be able to work independently. The position offers a fully on-site work arrangement with a typical schedule of 40 hours per week. If you are passionate about agriculture and ready to contribute to impactful research, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent experience required.
• Training provided for operating turf and farm equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain turfgrass research areas and assist in research experiments.
• Prepare research farm for educational programs and public events.

Skills

Turf and farm equipment operation

Independent work

Education

High school/vocational school education

Tools

Tillage equipment

Professional mowing equipment

Job description

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The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, located on the George H. Cook Campus, is one of the largest schools of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. We pursue excellence in research, teaching, and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum from molecules to ecosystems. Our emphasis is on both the fundamental sciences and the social and human dimensions. We offer 21 undergraduate majors, including plant and animal sciences, microbiology, biotechnology, agriculture and food systems, landscape architecture, food and nutritional sciences, ecology and evolution, marine science and oceanography, environmental sciences and meteorology, human ecology, entomology, and environmental economics.

In addition to instruction in the classroom, field, and laboratory, our students have opportunities for experiential learning on and off campus, including a growing emphasis on international experiences through short- and long-term study abroad. Students also have access to a robust program of applied research and outreach hosted by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station laboratories, farms, business incubators, and marine stations throughout the state.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking Seasonal Agricultural Workers for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. Position reports to and takes direction from the Research Farm Manager or Field Researcher III.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Maintains turfgrass research areas and other research experiments on the farm.
• Involves experience with/or will train successful applicant in the operation of tillage and/or professional mowing equipment, as well as executing fertilization and irrigation applications as requested by the research project leaders.
• Assists in the maintenance and repairing all of the research farm facilities including, but not limited to, turf research and farm equipment.
• Assists in the preparation of the research farm for field days, educational programs or public programs that are held at the facility.
• Performs additional research farm duties as directed.

Position Status

Hours Per Week: 40

Daily Work Shift: Day

Work Arrangement

• This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school/vocational school education or equivalent experience.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Will train to operate turf and/or farm equipment.
• Must be able to work independently once trained in farm operations and conscientiously complete all assigned work.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to work in hot, humid and dusty conditions.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Special Conditions

• Must be 18 years of age or over to apply.
• Work week schedule is determined by the Research Farm Manager, but is typically 40 hours from 7:30 AM/8AM to 4:00 PM/4:30PM daily for up to 9 months of consecutive service at the Rutgers University Plant Science Research & Extension Farm in Freehold, NJ.
• Salary rate is commensurate with the candidate’s work experience in relation to the described job duties and/or education requirements of the position.
• Occasional paid overtime may be required during peak periods because of work load and/or weather conditions.

Posting Details

Posting Open Date: 03/05/2025

Posting Close Date: 10/05/2025

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.