Job Information
Auburn University Agriculture Tech in Crossville, Alabama
Salary Range: USD $31,200.00/Yr. - USD $44,530.00/Yr.
Locations: Crossville, Alabama
Categories: Agriculture & Forestry
Job Type: Non-Faculty
Position Type: Full-Time
Department: AES Rsch Ctr Director
Associated Division: Agriculture Experiment Station
Req ID: 7965
Overview
The Sand Mountain Research & Extension Center located in Crossville, Alabama is currently seeking an Agriculture Technician. The individual selected for this position will perform basic level technical research tasks in agronomy, horticulture, livestock care, and farm facility repair maintenance for the center. The goal of SMREC research is to develop farm management practices that will help the region’s livestock, poultry, row crop and commercial vegetable producers—particularly small-scale farmers—to operate more efficiently, sustainably and profitably.
Responsibilities
Operates and performs minor maintenance and repair on various research and farm equipment such as trucks, tractors, pickers, combines, lawn care equipment and research equipment.
Repairs and maintains facilities which include houses, barns, storage buildings, fences and corrals.
Cares for animals which includes feeding, watering, administering medication, and transporting in compliance with regulations and research protocols and other defined criteria.
Constructs, repairs, and maintains facilities which may include (but is not limited to) houses, barns, storage buildings, fences, corrals, and processing facilities.
Assists in soil preparation, planting, fertilizing, and harvesting crops used for research.
May assist in collecting, recording and/or reporting various observations, measurements or other information for research projects.
May clean pens, stables, barns and pits.
Qualifications
High School coursework + 6 years of experience in farming practices
Driver License
SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED FOR EXPERIENCE: Yes, When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
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