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FARM LABORER (Farm Laborer)Posted
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Job Description
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Job Summary
Under supervision of the AGRICULTURE MGR 1, perform unskilled and skilled agricultural tasks in and around research plots in fields, including irrigating, weeding and harvesting at Russell Ranch Field Facilities (300+ acres) as well as 500+ acres of labor recharge locations and other College field facilities as assigned.
THIS IS A PARTIAL-YEAR CAREER POSITION: This position is subject to furlough and curtailment periods where the employee is not at work and without pay; furlough would not exceed three (3) months
Position Information
Apply by Date
June 5th 2024
Salary Range
$19.47/hr. - $23.15/hr.
Appointment Type
Career - Partial Year
Number of Positions
3
Percentage of Time
Full-Time, 100%
Shift Hours
Manager will advise
Location
Davis, CA. - Russell Ranch Barn - Kinsella Lane
Union Representation
Yes - SX
Benefits Eligible
Yes
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
* Lift irrigation pipe, farm equipment, and sacks or boxes weighing up to 50 lbs.
* Stoop, bend and stand for prolonged periods of time.
* Walk on uneven terrain, including plowed ground.
* Work in the field under hot, uncomfortable conditions.
* Skills to drive light vehicles, operate tractors and operate hand tools.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
* UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271
* Work flexible schedule to meet operational need.
* Forklift certificate must be obtained with 6 months of hire
* CA Driver's License to perform job duties
* Report directly to job site: Russell Ranch Barn-Kinsella Ln
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Additional Minimum License/Certification
* Forklift certificate must be obtained with 6 months of hire
* CA Driver's License to perform job duties
Minimum Education/Experience
* Experience performing general agricultural work.
* Knowledge of and experience with determining correct irrigation frequency and duration.
* Experience driving light vehicles, operate tractors and operate hand tools
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA)
* Knowledge to diagnose plant disease and identify weeds.
* Skills to follow oral and written instructions.
Preferred:
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA)
* Knowledge of the plot layout at Russell Ranch.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Background Check
This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.
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