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Agricultural Assistant I

University of Florida
locationSuwannee County, FL, USA
PublishedPublished: Published yesterday
Full time
Agricultural Assistant I

Job no: 540263
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Suwannee
Categories: Veteran's Preference Eligible, Agricultural Sciences, Agriculture Operations
Department:60777000 - AG-LIVE OAK UNIT

Classification Title:
Agricultural Assistant I

Classification Minimum Requirements:
None.

Job Description:
The incumbent will assist in implementing vital research and

extension projects. Tasks will include field preparation, planting,

crop maintenance, collecting samples, harvesting and other crop

production related activities.

The incumbent will assist in basic equipment maintenance, repair,

and modification for field equipment. Tasks will include servicing

equipment, welding repairs and fabrication.

The incumbent will assist as a member of the farm crew in helping

with tasks in support of Center project areas as needed, including

field vegetables and agronomic crops; greenhouse crops; and fruit,

and nut orchard crops.

The incumbent will assist in supporting field days, workshops, and

other programmatic events within the scope of the mission at

NFREC - Suwannee Valley and the region the Center serves.

Expected Salary:
$16.30/hr

Required Qualifications:
The ability to operate farm machinery (tractors, backhoes,

combines, etc.).

Experience with irrigation equipment operation and

repair (pivot/drip).

The ability to establish and maintain an effective working

relationship with others.

Two years of experience.

Preferred:
The ability to operate farm machinery (tractors, backhoes,

combines, etc.). Two years of experience.

High school or equivalent.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Must be 18 and have a valid driver's license.

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

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:No

Advertised: 16 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 29 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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