Agricultural Seed Technician, Senior

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Internal Posting?
Posting Number SP003927P
Position Title Agricultural Seed Technician, Senior
Division/College College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Department Branch Stations-Kimberly
Location Kimberly
Posting Context Statement
n/a
Position Overview
The seed technician provides assistance to the program coordinator by managing fields for limited generation seed increases of various crops. Duties include: planning, planting, maintaining, inspecting, removing off type plants harvesting, seed cleaning, seed treating and packaging, arranging agreements with contract growers. Working with Idaho Crop Improvement Association and the Idaho Department of Agriculture to assure certification seed standards are met. Apply pesticides and fertilizers. Operating, maintaining and cleaning field equipment including planters, tractors, and harvesting equipment. Operating, maintaining, and cleaning of seed processing equipment and forklift. Cleaning and treating seeds. Adhering to certification regulations and state and Federal seed laws. Maintain written and computerized inventories. These tasks are conducted with a minimum of supervision and involve working with and supervising seasonal help.
Unit URL
https://www.uidaho.edu/cals/kimberly-research-and-extension-center

Position Qualifications


Required Experience
  • Experience with equipment used in agricultural field production systems.
  • Experience with methods used in production of various seed crops, operation, maintenance and repair of specialized field machinery and seed conditioning equipment.
  • Experience working independently in field-based tasks.
  • Experience following safety practices.
  • Experience with record keeping associated with certified seed production, shipping and inventory.
Required Education
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Other
  • Possess and maintain Private Pesticide Applicators License with Restricted Use endorsement or be able to obtain within 12 months.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
  • Forklift Operator Endorsement or obtain within 6 months.
  • Willingness to work weekends and overtime if necessary; willingness to travel overnight if necessary.
Additional Preferred
  • Specific knowledge of: crop seed production, particularly planting, harvest, cleaning, seed treating and bagging operations.
  • Experience with agricultural chemical applications.
  • Two years of college including science courses, plus one year of related work experience; or three years of related work experience.
  • Knowledge of: basic personal computer hardware and software programs, including Word and Excel.
  • Possess good organizational skills; neat work habits; good interpersonal skills; good verbal and written communication skills.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
  • Ability to lift, carry or otherwise move items weighing up to 80 lbs.
  • Repeatedly work with toxic, volatile, corrosive, or carcinogenic substances
  • Ability to handle, mix and apply pesticides
  • Ability to work in areas where pesticides are being applied or have been applied while following label safety requirements
  • Work with plants and soil materials.
  • Work in adverse environmental conditions, such as hot and cold environments, wet or dusty and/or noisy environments.
Degree Requirement N/A: No degree requirement

Posting Information


FLSA Status Overtime Eligible
Employee Category Classified
Pay Range $18.93 per hour or higher depending on experience
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE
1.0
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Funding
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No
Posting Date 05/12/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
IMPORTANT: You must address EACH Required Experience subcategory to be considered for this position.
Applications received by May 29, 2023, will receive first consideration.
In addition, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible.
This position is located in Southern Idaho.
Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.

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