Agricultural Equipment Operator

Job Summary:

The Agricultural Equipment Operator position supports agronomic operations. This person operates agricultural equipment for research and production activities. This person performs set up and calibration of equipment and performs basic maintenance and repairs. This person also performs general facilities maintenance and care of the beef research herd.

Responsibilities:

Operates basic or complex equipment, applies pesticides, and performs physical labor to maintain institutional agriculture in support of institutional goals.

• 50% Operates, cleans, and repairs basic and complex agricultural machines and equipment to ensure safety and operable functionality and to adhere to established rules, policies, and regulations
• 5% Applies pesticides in accordance with best practices and established rules, policies, and regulations
• 10% Stages equipment and machines in preparation of agricultural activities
• 10% Maintains organization of designated facilities and associated supplies, notifies appropriate entities of damaged materials or the need for supply replenishment
• 10% Documents completion of duties according to established policies and procedures
• 15% Assist with care and handling of beef cattle herd

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Education:

Preferred
H.S. Diploma

Qualifications:

Required
-Ability to operate tractors, tractors with loaders, and/or skid loaders for agronomic functions such as soil tillage, fertilizer application, planting/seeding, or crop harvest.
-Ability to perform general farm operations of loading and unloading materials, snow removal and/or care of animal facilities including cleaning, loading, or hauling animal waste.
-Ability to perform general farm facilities maintenance or repairs.

Preferred Qualifications:
-Ability to set up, calibrate, and/or make adjustments to farm equipment as required to meet research and field condition needs.
-Beef cattle production and/or grazing experience.

Work Schedule:

Normal hours are 7:45am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday. Occasional nights and weekends may be required for this position.

This would be 100% for approximately 9 months of the year and be on a Short Work Break each year for approximately 3 months.

Work Type:

Full or Part Time: 75% - 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $21.41 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
The anticipated salary range for this position is $21.41 - $23.00. However, final salary will depend on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Additional benefits information can be found at: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/univstaff.pdf 

Additional Information:

-A criminal background check will be conducted on finalist. This position has been identified as a position of trust. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial background check, as well as a subsequent check every four years. This role must also self-report any criminal arrests, charges, or convictions
-Probationary Period may be required
-This position would be 100% for approximately 9 months of the year and be on a Short Work Break each year for approximately 3 months.

Work Authorization:
-The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States by the start of the appointment.

How to Apply:

Click on the "Apply Online" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents/Application Materials:

Resume (required) - Detail your educational and professional background

Cover letter (required) - Refer to your related work experience

References (required) - List contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice.

It's important that your cover letter and resume reflect your experience for this position related to the Qualifications section. Your application materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Contact:

Justin Cave
justin.cave@wisc.edu
608-263-3715
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

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Official Title:

Agricultural Equipment Opr II(FP002)

Department(s):

A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/AG RES STA/LANCASTER

Employment Class:

University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number:

311975-CP

 

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