BPP Field Labs Farm Worker - JPowell

Oregon State University, United States

Updated: 7 days ago
Location: Corvallis, OREGON
Deadline: 10 Jun 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Job Title BPP Field Labs Farm Worker - JPowell
Appointment Type Student Employee
Job Location Corvallis
Position Appointment Percent 100
Appointment Basis 12
Pay Method Hourly
Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Remote or Hybrid option?
Min Hourly Rate $14.20 (Standard); $13.20 (Non-Urban); $15.45 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate $19.00 (Standard); $18.50 (Non-Urban); $20.00 (Portland Metro)
Position Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) BPP Field Labs Farm Worker for the Corvallis Farm Unit at Oregon State University (OSU).
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic student employee to join the Botany and Plant Pathology (BPP) research farm team and assist with various farm operations in support of our research programs. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a variety of commercial and research agricultural settings while contributing to meaningful research initiatives.
The primary purpose of this position is to perform field operations in direct support of the research efforts at the OSU BPP Research Farm. While under the direction of a Corvallis Farm Unit (CFU) manager, employees can expect to participate in most all aspects of farm operations. Employees may also be asked to travel to other CFU sites to assist other managers with additional seasonal tasks.
Position Duties
Tractor & Equipment operation
  • Cultivating
  • Planting
  • Mowing


Operation of smaller handheld equipment
  • Chain saw
  • Weed whacker / String trimmers
  • Leaf blowers
  • Establishing and operating irrigation equipment
  • Cleaning of facilities and equipment
  • Assisting other farm employees or researchers
Minimum Qualifications
Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: http://fa.oregonstate.edu/stu-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements

  • Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
  • Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
  • Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
    • High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
    • Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
    • Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
    • Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
    • Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*


*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
Farm experience preferred.
Active Oregon Drivers License
Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number P11132SE
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 06/17/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 05/24/2024
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 06/10/2024
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1. A Resume/Vita
2. A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position
For additional information please contact: Jared Powell at [email protected]
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
This position requires driving a University vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions (as per Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq.
Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

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