Temporary Field/Research Assistant

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Athens, GA is seeking a dependable farm assistant to support field trials and day-to-day farm maintenance.

You will help with land prep, irrigation setup, mowing, soil sampling, and data entry, while assisting with repairs and project tasks across various farm areas. A High School Diploma is preferred and a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is preferred.
• Driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining farm appearance – mowing, weed control, picking up trash (30%).
• Assist with farm duties – land prep, irrigation set up, collect soil samples, assist with different trial projects as needed (30%).
• Assist with repairs and maintenance on irrigation, farm machinery, buildings, & farm vehicles (20%).
• Assist in cleaning farm office, farm shop floors, bathrooms, etc. (15%).
• Assist with all computer operations – data entry, word documents, inventory (5%).

Education

High School Diploma preferred

Driver's license required

Job description

Position Summary

Individual will provide field assistance including land prep, setting up irrigation, and other day to day chores. Individual will assist with repairs on irrigation, farm machinery, and buildings located at the Blackshank Farm. Individual will be required to mow grass and pick up trash for all areas needed to maintain farm appearance. Individual will assist with a variety of projects as needed by Plant Path faculty and staff to manage field trials. Individual will also help with computer data and other computer programs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintaining farm appearance – mowing, weed control, picking up trash (30%)
• Assist with farm duties – land prep, irrigation set up, collect soil samples, assist with different trial projects as needed (30%)
• Assist with repairs and maintenance on irrigation, farm machinery, buildings, & farm vehicles (20%)
• Assist in cleaning farm office, farm shop floors, bathrooms, etc. (15%)
• Assist with all computer operations – data entry, word documents, inventory (5%)

Relevant/Preferred Education

High School Diploma is preferred; Driver’s license required.

Physical Demands

Standing, lifting, enduring outside elements for long periods of time.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).