Agricultural Technician

University of Maryland, United States

Updated: 23 days ago
Location: College Park, MARYLAND
Deadline: 04 Apr 2024

Posting Details
Posting Details


Position Number: 129226
Title: Agricultural Technician
Functional Title: Agricultural Technician
Category Status: 22-Nonexempt, Contingent 2
Applicant Search Category: Staff
University Authorized FTE: 100
Unit: AGNR-Plant Science & Landscape Architecture
Hiring Range Minimum: 38732
Hiring Range Maximum: 46478
Benefits Summary Top Benefits and Perks:

Nonexempt Benefits Summary

Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship institution in the University System of Maryland. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
An Agricultural Technician is sought to provide technical support for the State Extension Agronomist with applied research and extension programming. This program performs applied research at seven UMD Research and Education Centers located across the state related to the production of corn, soybean, wheat, barley, and other crops of interest to Maryland producers. The incumbent may assist with research performed at private farms within Maryland. The incumbent will also assist with Extension programming, including preparation for field days, twilight tours, or other educational events.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
High School Diploma or GED
Experience:
Three years in agricultural work, one year of which was in agricultural research.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
  • Thorough knowledge of and skill in the use of farm equipment. 
  • General knowledge of and ability to use related laboratory equipment. 
  • General knowledge of basic mathematics and ability to perform mathematical and algebraic calculations. 
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 
  • Ability to lift and transport agricultural supplies, tools, and equipment, to climb and to perform extensive standing and walking. 
  • Ability to wear and work in personal protective equipment. 
  • Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
Preferences:
Preferences:
  • Experience performing agricultural research
  • Experience with using and troubleshooting precision agriculture equipment (eg. Autosteer)
  • Experience in maintaining, operating, and troubleshooting small plot farm equipment e.g. research combines and planters with automatic tripping systems
  • Experience with welding and machine fabrication
  • Possession of or ability to obtain Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
  • Three years of experience working with agronomic crops, including corn, soybeans, and wheat.
  • Experience in maintaining, operating, and troubleshooting commercial scale farm equipment e.g., tractors, combines, and planters
  • Experience working with power tools and general machine shop equipment
  • Able to lift and carry more than 40 pounds
  • Able to perform periodic work in inclement weather or dusty conditions
  • Ability to wear and work in PPE, like a respirator
  • Possession of or ability to obtain Research Chemical Applicator license.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and professionally via different media (written and verbal) with researchers, graduate students, research farm managers and personnel, and peers
Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
Job Risks Medical Clearance for Driving a Vehicle (ex Commercial Drivers License), Respiratory Protection
Physical Demands
Able to lift and carry more than 40 pounds
Able to perform periodic work in inclement weather or dusty conditions
Ability to wear and work in PPE, like a respirator
Posting Date: 03/21/2024
Closing Date: 04/04/2024
Open Until Filled No
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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