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UGArden - Student Worker
Posting Number:
G/R31813P
Working Title:
UGArden - Student Worker
Department:
CAES-Horticulture
Employment Type:
Employee (Student Assistant, Non-Exempt, FTE 0.5)
Location:
Athens Area (off campus)
Anticipated Start Date:
01/12/2026
Position Summary This student will be responsible for planting crops, operating equipment for field prep, harvesting, processing crops, watering and fertilizing crops, building and repairing irrigation systems, scouting for insects and diseases, and spraying organically approved pesticides when necessary. The student will also perform various farm related jobs with farm staff as needed. Prior experience growing vegetables is required, and the ability to work with other students on assigned tasks is essential.
Responsibilities
Plant crops and manage crop schedules
Operate field prep equipment and harvest produce
Process and package crops for sale or distribution
Water and fertilize crops on a regular basis
Build and repair irrigation systems
Scout for insects, diseases, and pests
Apply organic pesticides when required
Assist farm staff with additional farm tasks
Qualifications
Prior experience in vegetable farming or similar
Ability to work collaboratively with peers
Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Willingness to drive and operate equipment
Good communication and teamwork skills
Physical Demands Lift 50 pounds and work in inclement weather as needed; driving required.
Contact Recruitment Contact Name: Kaz Thomas
Recruitment Contact Email: hort@uga.edu
EEO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
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G/R31813P
Working Title:
UGArden - Student Worker
Department:
CAES-Horticulture
Employment Type:
Employee (Student Assistant, Non-Exempt, FTE 0.5)
Location:
Athens Area (off campus)
Anticipated Start Date:
01/12/2026
Position Summary This student will be responsible for planting crops, operating equipment for field prep, harvesting, processing crops, watering and fertilizing crops, building and repairing irrigation systems, scouting for insects and diseases, and spraying organically approved pesticides when necessary. The student will also perform various farm related jobs with farm staff as needed. Prior experience growing vegetables is required, and the ability to work with other students on assigned tasks is essential.
Responsibilities
Plant crops and manage crop schedules
Operate field prep equipment and harvest produce
Process and package crops for sale or distribution
Water and fertilize crops on a regular basis
Build and repair irrigation systems
Scout for insects, diseases, and pests
Apply organic pesticides when required
Assist farm staff with additional farm tasks
Qualifications
Prior experience in vegetable farming or similar
Ability to work collaboratively with peers
Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Willingness to drive and operate equipment
Good communication and teamwork skills
Physical Demands Lift 50 pounds and work in inclement weather as needed; driving required.
Contact Recruitment Contact Name: Kaz Thomas
Recruitment Contact Email: hort@uga.edu
EEO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
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