Farm Labor Aide job in New Zealand
Job Description
Farm Labor Aide job in New Zealand. This is a temporary or on-call position. Provides food service, custodial, general labor or maintenance support for departments located off-campus (outside of the Greater Lansing area) Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.
Unit Position Summary
Employment dates of April 15 – October 1. I am seeking an applicant with farm-related experience, preferably in orchard and vineyard systems. Position includes housing, if needed.
Desired Qualifications Farm Labor Aide job
- Hold current driver’s license
- Has or willing to obtain Michigan Department of Agriculture pesticide applicator license
- Comfortable working in a safe environment where pesticides are applied
- Experience with driving farm tractor(s)
- Experience or willing to learn farm equipment operation
- Able to assist with fruit harvest (able to lift 25lbs)
- Able to communicate effectively with NWMJRC staff and MSU researchers
- Ability to complete general outside tasks, such as lawn mowing, string trimming, occasional hand weeding, general farm upkeep, small-scale building/equipment maintenance
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Work Hours
STANDARD 8-5
Summary of Health Risks Farm Labor Aide job
- Must be able to work around pesticides and fertilizersÂ
- Able to lift up to 25 lbs or more
- ability to twist, bend, stand and walk
- ability to work outdoors in different weather condition
