Agricultural Assistant II

Classification Title:

Agricultural Assistant II

Classification Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Job Description:

The Department of Animal Sciences is seeking an Agricultural Assistant II. This position is based at the UF Equine Sciences Center. This individual will be involved in the care of horses, assist with research data collection and other duties as assigned. The employee will perform routine maintenance on facilities and equipment and keep accurate records relating to expenditures, inventories, and maintenance logs.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist with record keeping on horses, personnel and equipment as needed to meet program needs. Utilize a computer to create equipment repair and maintenance records.
• Perform or assist with care, feeding and management of horses in accordance with university animal care and use guidelines.
• Operate equipment used in delivering feed, mowing pastures, spreading manure and producing hay. Operate state vehicle to carry out duties around farm unit.
• Perform maintenance activities for all unit grounds, buildings and fences and the maintenance of farm equipment and farm vehicles.
• Assist with research projects including animal care, data collection and records management.
• Perform or assist with facility construction and farm improvement.

= Supervise student labor as needed. Other duties as assigned.

Normal Work Schedule:

7:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. (40 hrs per week)

Some weekends and evenings required for animal care and production of hay.

Requires work outdoors in inclement weather (heat, cold, rain, dust, pollen).

This position will be considered an essential personnel position in emergency situations.

Expected Salary:

$18 - $20 per hour; commensurate with education and experience

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Valid driver''''s license

Preferred:

Experience handling horses

Ability to operate tractor, mowers, chain saw and weed eater

Ability to keep accurate computerized records

Experience with hay field management and hay production

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume and names and contact information for at least 3 professional references.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This position is eligible for veteran's preference. If you are claiming veteran's preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran''''s Preference Page for more specific information.

Health Assessment Required: Yes