Farm Assistant

Aid in our soil blending process. Additional duties would be assisting with varied farming work, such as placing and pulling staking poles, placing irrigation lines, post hole digging, repairing greenhouses and high tunnels, repairing machinery, operating machinery after training. Planting and harvesting.

Applicant must have the ability to:
Follow directions and comply with all farm management and maintenance practices, Be a self-starter, Use a shovel, broom, rake, UTV, or other farming tools, climb ladders, be reliable and punctual, read, write, speak and comprehend English, Must have current, valid driver’s license, Must 18 or older

Typical Physical Demands:
This position requires typical physical demands for farm labor, such as walking, standing, reaching, climbing, stooping, squatting, lifting up to 60 lbs. and working indoors and outdoors in cold, hot or wet conditions on uneven surfaces.

Typical Working Conditions:
Farm assistant will work on a farm in a rural setting, helping to complete all tasks, and reporting to the Farm Manager. Will enthusiastically develop competency in and complete all tasks established by the Farm Manager to effectively and efficiently produce growing mixes for research and demonstration purposes.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Be receptive to learning new methods of farming/production and sharing existing knowledge of farming/production, Load and run mixing operations, bag and label products, stack and palletize, Sweep floors, wipe down equipment, Maintain all farming related equipment, tools, and supplies, including tractors and UTVs, Assist others with various additional projects and work-related errands as needed, Taking a stewardship of the land, plants and environment by making a commitment to the sustainability and well-being of the project and people involved, notify Farm Manager of any issues encountered, support production planning and scheduling for all farm areas

Health and Safety:
Ensure quality standards and health safety of all farm and harvesting practices, maintenance of farm, Accepting responsibility and personal ownership for actions, results and risks., Keep accurate records of all matters relating to the operation of the mixing process.

South Carolina State University is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment for all staff and applicants, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you available to work non-traditional hours including weekends?
• Are you comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions?
• What is your familiarity with livestock care, if any? (e.g., feeding, watering, basic health checks?
• Describe your experience with [specific farm tasks like planting, harvesting, operating machinery, etc.]. Please be specific about the types of equipment you've used and crops you've worked with.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35,000