Student Worker - Farm Hand, Main Station Field Lab

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Reno (NV); On-site; USD 15,911 - 22,661; Part time

Job summary

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is seeking a student worker for the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources. The position involves animal husbandry, veterinary care, pasture rotations, and general ranch maintenance. Students must maintain a GPA of 2.0 and possess strong communication skills.

This full-time role during school breaks offers $14.00 per hour, working 20 hours each week with a focus on practical agricultural experience.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a 2.0 GPA.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience in the agricultural sector preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform animal husbandry duties.
• Provide veterinary care.
• Manage pasture rotations.
• Assist with research projects.
• Conduct weed control.
• Build and repair fences.
• Maintain the ranch.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrated leadership

Strong work ethic

Education

Must be a student of the University of Nevada, Reno

Job description

Job Overview

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) is recruiting a student worker for the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources. The Nevada Agriculture Experiment Station seeks a ranch/farm hand at the Main Station Field Lab. The student will work full‑time during school breaks.

Responsibilities

• Animal Husbandry
• Veterinary care
• Pasture rotations
• Assist with research projects
• Weed control
• Fence building
• General ranch maintenance

Qualifications

• Must be a student of the University of Nevada, Reno and maintain a 2.0 GPA
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership and strong work ethic
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the agricultural sector

Schedule and Compensation

20 hours per week. Compensation: Grade Student Employee, Level 1 – $14.00 per hour.

Required Attachments

• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (required)
• Professional References (optional)

Equal Opportunity

The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, color, or religion.