Horticulture Assistant

Overview Horticulture Assistant to assist with multiple aspects of a grape research trial, as well as other areas of Extension. Responsibilities The person accepting this position is responsible for assisting with the management of a table and wine grape research trial. Job duties include pruning, training, and harvesting grapes. Data collection is also an important aspect of this position. The employee may also assist with facilitating education events, horticulture crop judging at county fairs, and other field research trials. Qualifications Have a current driver's license for essential job responsibilities, such as driving university vehicles and transporting materials. Willingness and ability to operate, or learn to operate, power equipment, including string trimmers, rototillers, electric pruners, tractors, etc. Ability to pass USU Driver Training. Attention to detail. Ability to collect field data, including weighing fruit, and record keeping. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite. Required Documents Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV" Document size may not exceed 10 MB. Advertised Salary $20.00/hr ADA Much of the work is outdoors on farms and may be moderately strenuous. Regular bending is part of the job. Some responsibilities will be indoors. We do try to do work in the morning or evening when it is cooler. The ability to lift 25 pounds is required on a somewhat regular basis. Pesticides may occasionally be used in the trial or in adjacent fields. Safety requirements on labels are followed to keep those working in the areas safe. The employee will not be required to participate in pesticide applications. Regular use of power equipment, including string trimmers, rototillers, electric pruners, and tractors, is required. Notice of Non-discrimination In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law. Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law. Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities. In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU's non-discrimination policies: Matthew Pinner Executive Director Civil Rights & Title IX Office View email address on click.appcast.io View phone number on click.appcast.io | Old Main Rm. 401D 1475 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322 Cody Carmichael Title IX Coordinator View email address on click.appcast.io View phone number on click.appcast.io | Old Main Rm. 402D 1475 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322 For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact: U.S. Department of Education Denver Regional Office View phone number on click.appcast.io| View email address on click.appcast.io U.S. Department of Education Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights View phone number on click.appcast.io | View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr