Field Assistant for Research Farm

Cornell AgriTech, a research farm in Geneva, NY is seeking an experienced Field Assistant II.

Must have: At least 6 months of agricultural, construction or industrial equipment operation.

Must be able to:

· Communicate effectively with stakeholders, management, and staff

· Work independently providing excellent agronomic control of targeted pests

· Perform multitude of crop production practices

· Operate a variety of different tractors, sprayers, spreaders, mowers, and other tractor mounted implements

· Install irrigation and drainage, assist in facilitating irrigation needs

· Participate in integrated pest management efforts

· Apply pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers

Must have, or be willing to obtain, a New York State (NYS) Commercial Pesticide License category 1A

Top 10 Benefits Cornell Employees Love:

High-Quality HealthCare Plans

Leave to care for loved ones or for your own medical condition

Generous time-off benefits, including a paid winter break

Retirement Contribution

Continuing Education

Wellbeing and Flexibility

Career Growth

Community

Perks

Family Support & Security

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $20.00 – 22.00 per hour

Benefits:

· Dental insurance

· Employee assistance program

· Flexible schedule

· Flexible spending account

· Health insurance

· Health savings account

· Life insurance

· Paid time off

· Parental leave

· Professional development assistance

· Retirement plan

· Tuition reimbursement

· Vision insurance

Schedule:

· 8 hour shift

· Day shift

· Monday to Friday

· Seasonal Overtime as needed and approved

Ability to commute/relocate:

· Geneva, NY 14456: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.20 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 39 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• The starting hourly rate for this job is $21.20 – 22.00. If an offer is made, it will be between these rates. Are your expectations in alignment with this salary?
• What valid licenses or certifications do you currently hold?
• In what capacity have you ever made a spray application?
• How have you facilitated research objectives in agricultural production systems?

Experience:

• tractor and equipment: 1 year (Required)
• crop scouting: 1 year (Preferred)
• pesticide and herbicide application: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $22