"Arlington Sprayer - Agricultural Equipment Operator II"

Job Details

Salary:
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Job Category: University Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Agricultural Equipment Opr II

Job Summary:

The Arlington Agricultural Research Station supports almost all disciplines in the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. This position is responsible for all aspects of agricultural field operations which include: tillage, planting and harvest, fertilization and manure handling related to the crop and livestock operations on the Station. This position is primarily responsible for application of crop protection products to crop research and cropland used for feed for livestock. This position is also responsible for operating tandem axle trucks and other equipment related to the transportation of equipment, materials, and supplies for the Station and College. This position shall observe all applicable AAALAC Standards (international animal use and care guidelines) and safety standards.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Operates vehicles over 26,000 lbs. to deliver and receive freight and inspects, loads, and unloads materials to ensure safe and efficient transport.
• Stages equipment and machines in preparation of agricultural activities
• Maintains organization of designated facilities and associated supplies, notifies appropriate entities of damaged materials or the need for supply replenishment
• Operates, cleans, and repairs basic and complex agricultural machines and equipment to ensure safety and operable functionality and to adhere to established rules, policies, and regulations
• Documents completion of duties according to established policies and procedures
• Applies pesticides in accordance with best practices and established rules, policies, and regulations

Department:
Arlington Agricultural Research Station - Arlington, WI

Compensation:
The anticipated salary range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00. However, final salary will depend on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Additional benefits information can be found at: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/univstaff.pdf

Required Qualifications:

• Experience operating and maintaining agricultural machinery (e.g., tractors, manure tankers, pesticide sprayers, front-end loaders, skid steers), in an agricultural or similar research settings with quality and documentation standards.
• Experience with using trucks to transport equipment, materials, supplies, or livestock.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating and maintaining agricultural field crop sprayers and pesticide mixing/loading equipment.
• Experience conducting crop research, including field trials, data collection, and adherence to research protocols
• Possession a Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License
• Possession a Commercial Applicators License

Education:
H.S. Diploma Preferred

How to Apply:

Click on the "Apply Online" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents/Application Materials:

• Resume (required) - Detail your educational and professional background
• Cover Letter (optional) - Refer to your related work experience

Your application materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Contact Information:
Andrew Vaudt, HR Generalist (andrew.vaudt@wisc.edu)