Arlington Sprayer - Agricultural Equipment Operator II
About The Position
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.
Requirements
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- 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
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
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
