Agricultural Technician, Senior

Agricultural Technician, Senior

Position Details

Position Title: Agricultural Technician, Senior

Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences

Department: Parma Research Center

Location: Parma

Position Overview: Provides support for the Parma Research and Extension Center's research activities and farm operations by performing and overseeing a variety of skilled tasks, including operating, calibrating, and maintaining hand and tractor-driven equipment for planting, cultivating, irrigating, spraying, harvesting, and storing crops; repairing, modifying, and fabricating agricultural and research equipment using mechanical tools and welding techniques; maintaining buildings, facilities, and grounds, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling systems, and lawn care; monitoring safe work conditions, supervising temporary staff, and maintaining accurate records of equipment, maintenance, and work performed; and utilizing technical knowledge, post-secondary training, and certifications to support research operations, maintain equipment and facilities, and ensure compliance with safety procedures.

Unit URL: Parma Research and Extension Center | University of Idaho

Position Qualifications

Required Experience: Repair and maintain hydraulic, electrical, brake, and small engine systems on farm equipment, vehicles, and research equipmentModify, repair, and fabricate equipment for field, greenhouse, and laboratory researchOperate welding equipment (arc,TIG,MIG, oxy-acetylene, wire feed)Maintain and repair buildings and facilities, including carpentry, structural systems, plumbing, heating, cooling, and electrical systemsUse and maintain hand and power tools for construction, maintenance, and repairTroubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic system issues and determine appropriate repairsRead and interpret technical service manualsUse computers to access email and online resources

Required Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Required Other: Commercial Driver's License (CDLor obtained in 3 months) (Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements, is subject to the following drug and alcohol testing: pre-employment (post-offer/pre-duty), post-accident, random, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty and follow-up)Professional pesticide applicator's license or obtain within 6 months

Additional Preferred: Post-secondary technical/mechanical training or certificationExperience with computer-controlled vehicle systemsProficiency with MS Excel and Word

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions: Ability to work in adverse environmental conditionsPerform extensive manual laborAutonomously, efficiently, and safely within guidelines established by supervising personnel.Ability to lift, carry or otherwise move up to 80 lbs.

Degree Requirement: N/A: No degree requirement

Posting Information

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employee Category: Classified

Pay Range: $20 per hour, or higher depending on experience.

Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year

FTE: 1

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Funding: A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. - No

Posting Date: 05/20/2026

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by June 3, 2026, will receive first consideration.IMPORTANT: To be considered, your Cover Letter must addressEACHof the minimum qualifications, including pertinent education and/or experience. In addition, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible.If you would like to receive a full position description, please email Gina Day at View email address on click.appcast.io and request that one be sent to you.

Applicant Resources:

Background Check Statement: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

EEO Statement: The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

1. List of References

Supplemental Questions

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