Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Agricultural Assistant
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, Tallahassee, Florida, us, 32318
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Agricultural Assistant
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Position Vacancy Announcement The Agricultural Assistant position is part of the Industrial Hemp Program, in the College of Agriculture and Food Sciences at FAMU. This position is responsible for performing miscellaneous general farm labor and greenhouse work. Work location: FAMU Research and Extension Center (REC), 4259 Bainbridge Highway, Quincy, FL.
Responsibilities
Adhere to all safety rules as instructed by supervisors. All farm work operations must meet the standards and specifications given by the employer.
Use care when performing farm duties to avoid damaging or killing plants.
Carry trays of transplants and plant them individually in the prepared planting bed by bending down.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires standing, walking, stooping, bending, and lifting up to 65 pounds for long periods of time outdoors in all weather conditions.
Adherence to quality standard operating procedures and the ability to work quickly and consistently with a team-based attitude and consideration for safety.
Allergies to industrial hemp, honey bees, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, or related chemicals may affect the ability to perform the job.
Availability for the entire period requested by the employer is mandatory. The employer reserves the right to discharge an unqualified, malingerer, or recalcitrant worker who is unwilling to perform the necessary work for premium quality product growth.
Preferred Qualifications
Requires standing, walking, stooping, bending, and lifting up to 65 pounds for long periods of time outdoors in all weather conditions.
Adherence to quality standard operating procedures and the ability to work quickly and consistently with a team-based attitude and consideration for safety.
Allergies to industrial hemp, honey bees, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, or related chemicals may affect the ability to perform the job.
Availability for the entire period requested by the employer is mandatory. The employer reserves the right to discharge an unqualified, malingerer, or recalcitrant worker who is unwilling to perform the necessary work for premium quality product growth.
Anticipated Salary Range Negotiable
Licenses and Certifications N/A
Pay Plan This is an Other Personal Services (OPS) position.
Conditions of Employment Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education.
How To Apply Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information.
Reasonable Accommodation If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADDA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.
Equal Opportunity/Access Florida A&M University is an Equal Opportunity Employer including minorities, women, Veterans' and individuals with disabilities.
Time Limited Position (No further details provided.)
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Agricultural Assistant
role at
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
2 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants
Position Vacancy Announcement The Agricultural Assistant position is part of the Industrial Hemp Program, in the College of Agriculture and Food Sciences at FAMU. This position is responsible for performing miscellaneous general farm labor and greenhouse work. Work location: FAMU Research and Extension Center (REC), 4259 Bainbridge Highway, Quincy, FL.
Responsibilities
Adhere to all safety rules as instructed by supervisors. All farm work operations must meet the standards and specifications given by the employer.
Use care when performing farm duties to avoid damaging or killing plants.
Carry trays of transplants and plant them individually in the prepared planting bed by bending down.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires standing, walking, stooping, bending, and lifting up to 65 pounds for long periods of time outdoors in all weather conditions.
Adherence to quality standard operating procedures and the ability to work quickly and consistently with a team-based attitude and consideration for safety.
Allergies to industrial hemp, honey bees, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, or related chemicals may affect the ability to perform the job.
Availability for the entire period requested by the employer is mandatory. The employer reserves the right to discharge an unqualified, malingerer, or recalcitrant worker who is unwilling to perform the necessary work for premium quality product growth.
Preferred Qualifications
Requires standing, walking, stooping, bending, and lifting up to 65 pounds for long periods of time outdoors in all weather conditions.
Adherence to quality standard operating procedures and the ability to work quickly and consistently with a team-based attitude and consideration for safety.
Allergies to industrial hemp, honey bees, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, or related chemicals may affect the ability to perform the job.
Availability for the entire period requested by the employer is mandatory. The employer reserves the right to discharge an unqualified, malingerer, or recalcitrant worker who is unwilling to perform the necessary work for premium quality product growth.
Anticipated Salary Range Negotiable
Licenses and Certifications N/A
Pay Plan This is an Other Personal Services (OPS) position.
Conditions of Employment Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education.
How To Apply Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information.
Reasonable Accommodation If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADDA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.
Equal Opportunity/Access Florida A&M University is an Equal Opportunity Employer including minorities, women, Veterans' and individuals with disabilities.
Time Limited Position (No further details provided.)
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University by 2x
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Administrative
Industries
Higher Education
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