Senior Foundation Seed Technician—Field & Processing Lead

University Of Idaho; Kimberly (ID); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University Of Idaho is looking for a Senior Technician at the Kimberly Research & Extension Center. The role involves managing fields for limited-generation seed increases, processing seed lots, and ensuring quality control with minimal supervision.

The ideal candidate will have experience in agricultural duties including planting, maintaining, and harvesting crops. A Bachelor's Degree in agricultural science or related field is preferred. This job also requires the ability to lift heavy weights and work under various environmental conditions.

Qualifications

• Possess and maintain a Private Pesticide Applicators License or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet requirements for driving university vehicles.
• Forklift endorsement or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Managing fields for limited‑generation seed increases across various crops.
• Processing seed lots and ensuring quality control.
• Coordinating and supervising seasonal help.

Skills

Planning and planting

Pesticide application

Equipment operation

Seed cleaning and treating

Inventories maintenance

Ability to travel

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in agricultural science or closely related field

Tools

Forklift

Field equipment

Seed processing equipment

Job description

The University Of Idaho is looking for a Senior Technician at the Kimberly Research & Extension Center. The role involves managing fields for limited-generation seed increases, processing seed lots, and ensuring quality control with minimal supervision.

The ideal candidate will have experience in agricultural duties including planting, maintaining, and harvesting crops. A Bachelor's Degree in agricultural science or related field is preferred. This job also requires the ability to lift heavy weights and work under various environmental conditions.