Agricultural Technician

University of Maryland Eastern Shore

2d • $44,000 - $58,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Agricultural Experiment Station under the Department of Agriculture at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore invites applications for full-time, nonexempt, positions with benefits. The salary range for this position is $44,000 - $58,000. The University of Maryland Eastern Shore provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular faculty and staff, including health insurance, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans with a state match, life insurance, and tuition remission benefits. Non-exempt positions also include annual, sick, and personal leave, as well as overtime, shift-differential, on-call pay, and paid holidays. Employees also have access to wellness and support resources.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Three years in agricultural work, one year of which was in agricultural research.
• Must have a Commercial CDL Class B Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

• A.S. or A.A. degree
• State of Maryland Pesticide Public Agency Applicator Certificate, Nutrient Management Applicator Voucher, or ability to obtain both within six (6) months.
• Ability to collect and process samples.
• Ability use and troubleshoot farm equipment.
• Must be willing to acquire skills through training.
• Must have a strong commitment to research and be a self-starter.
• Ability to lift and transport agricultural supplies, tools, and equipment.
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse workplace.
• Must have the capacity to balance multiple projects at a time.

Responsibilities

• Providing assistance to the daily operation of the UMES farms.
• Assisting researchers with field research being conducted in plant and soil science at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore ‘s Agricultural Experiment Station.
• Assisting with all farm operations including field preparation, planting, cultivating, spraying, harvesting, and supporting multiple research projects.
• Repairing equipment as needed so that farm operations and research continues successfully.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including multiple medical plan options for employees and dependents offered through the State of Maryland Employee Benefits Division.
• Prescription drug, dental, and flexible spending accounts, and vision coverage.
• Retirement plans: mandatory enrollment in a state pension system or an Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA, Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance).
• Tuition remission benefits for eligible employees and, subject to USM policies, spouses and dependents at University System of Maryland institutions.
• 11 days annual per year, sick leave 15 days per year, personal leave 3 days per year.
• Overtime, shift-differential and on-call pay and paid holidays.
• Employee wellness and support resources and access to the State of Maryland wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED