OPS – Field Technician

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Work type: Temp Full-Time
Location: Palm Beach
Categories: Agricultural Sciences, Agriculture Operations
Department:60740000 - AG-EREC-BELLE GLADE

Classification Title:

OPS – Sponsored Projects Non-Clerical
Classification Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma
Job Description:
Field Work
• Position requires 2-3 hours of driving every day for sample collection (vehicle is provided)
• Routine checks and maintenance of pump stations, field plots, equipment, storage facilities and vehicles
• Working in remote and heavily vegetated areas with exposure to a hot and humid environment and potential exposure to or encounter with stinging/biting insects, snakes, and alligators 
• Assist lab members in designing, coordinating, and executing field trials
• Assist with the collection of soil, water, and sediment samples in the field
• Load and unload field sample equipment and coolers from trucks 
• Be available to work in 6 – 8 hour shifts occasionally on weekends
 
Lab Work
• Collect and document data without error
• Assist in routine lab work: washing glassware, weighing samples and filtration of water and soil extract.
• Attend weekly meetings and provide status updates on pump stations, field plots, and general daily tasks
Expected Salary:

$ 16.00-$17.00 / hour, depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time temporary position (40 hours per week)
Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma 
Preferred:
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and/or Competencies:
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work under extreme weather and environmental conditions, including wildlife
• Ability to navigate and read a map 
• Ability to lift minimum 40lbs
• Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills 
• Ability to show high standards of professionalism in personal contacts and work habits
• Strong work ethic and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and take initiative
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with farm managers and other essential workers
• Have basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Be flexible with sudden changes to schedule 
• Familiarity with farm operations and agriculture 
• General maintenance and repair (automotive and electrical)
• Bilingual (Spanish)
Special Instructions to Applicants:

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 is a time-limited position.
Health Assessment Required: No

 

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