Farm Aide

Texas A&M•Kingsville, TX

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Farm Aide, under supervision, is responsible for the preventative maintenance of a university farm, including equipment and general property. This role involves operating farm machinery and assisting with various farm maintenance responsibilities. The position is located at Texas A&M University–Kingsville (TAMUK), a member of the Texas A&M University System, known for its academic programs, research, and commitment to student success in South Texas. The university is situated in Kingsville, a city with a rich history and proximity to Corpus Christi and the border with Mexico.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
No prior experience required.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Knowledge of livestock behavior and basic animal care.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform minor repairs.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Good communication and problem-solving skills.
Safety-minded and detail-oriented.
Ability to work outdoors exposed to various weather conditions, potential allergens, elevated noise levels, and heat.
Ability to move light, medium or heavy objects with assistance.
Ability to work in a lift and perform duties at higher elevations.

Responsibilities

Mows, weed eats, edge and blow lawn areas weekly.
Trims trees, hedges, and plants to maintain neat appearance and shape.
Weeds and maintains flower beds weekly or as needed.
Performs daily trash pickup in assigned areas and exterior trash bins.
Shovels exterior walkways during wintery weather; salts or sands building entrances.
Maintains streets, pavement, and drainage.
Operates mechanical, gas-powered, electrical and battery-operated machines to aid in performing grounds duties.
Maintains fences, gates, barns and other structures.
Maintains cleanliness and organization of barns, pens, equipment areas and grounds.
Operates and maintains farm equipment such as tractors, UTV’s, and other farm equipment.
Performs irrigation tasks, checks hoses, pumps, and water lines for leaks and repairs.
Maintains farm perimeters including fire break lanes where needed.
Follows safety procedures and guidelines at all times.
Assists with special projects such as improvements, land management, or seasonal tasks.
Inspects, cleans and maintains equipment and tools after each use.
Operates power washing of sidewalks and building entrances.
Inspects and reports property and grounds for deficiencies and reports them to their maintenance supervisor.
During weather events may be assigned duties to service interior buildings.
Participates with on-call duties for evenings, weekends and special events.
Acts as service responders during emergency, weather, and catastrophic events.
Completes all tasks assigned by supervisor.
Reports broken and inoperable grounds equipment to Grounds Manager.
Reports inventory/supply needs to Grounds Manager.

Benefits

Medical insurance with low monthly cost for employee only coverage.
Up to 83% of premium covered by the university for employee and family coverage.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life Insurance.
Accidental D&D.
Long Term Disability.
Flexible Spending Account.
Day Care Spending Account.
On-Campus Wellness Opportunities.
Work Life Solutions (Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources).
Employee Tuition Assistance Program.
Book scholarships.
Retirement plan options (Teacher Retirement System of Texas or Optional Retirement Plan).
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan.
Paid vacation.
Paid sick leave.
Paid Birthday leave.
Paid holidays.