Job Details

Farm Assistant

Position Number: 6381262
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Agriculture - Plant and Soil Science

Farm Assistant

Posting Number: SP004939P
Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Department: Branch Stations-Tetonia
Location: Off Campus Location - 888 West Highway 33, Newdale, Idaho, 83436.

Posting Context Statement:

Tetonia produces all of the seed potatoes and 80% of the oat, wheat and barley seed available to northwest growers through the Idaho FoundationSeed Program.

Position Overview:

This position will operate various types of farm equipment through out the year. They will operate greenhouse operations through out the year, prepare seed for sale and shipping and assist with research of cereal grains and potatoes. They will be responsible for performing minor repairs for all equipment on station, solving problems as they arise and maintaining station cleanliness.

Required Experience:

Experience with agricultural crop production
Operating and maintaining farm equipment
Ising electrical and hand operated shop tools
Experience applying safety practices

Required Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Other:

Must have a valid drivers license and be able to meet UI requirements for driving university vehicles
Ability to work nonstandard work hours including overtime hours
Must possess a Private Applicators License or able to obtain one in six months

Additional Preferred:

Associate degree in an agricultural field
Knowledge of irrigation of various agricultural crops
Knowledge of farm chemicals and their use
Farm experience

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Must be able to lift, carry and/or otherwise move up to 50 pounds
Work in a dusty environment, in extreme temperatures (outdoor conditions) and different building temperatures

Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of application
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $18.50 per hour or higher depending on experience
Type of Appointment: _of_Appointment
FTE:

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding:
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 07/14/2025
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis with a first consideration for applications received by July 28, 2025.

IMPORTANT: To be considered, your "Letter of Qualification" must address EACH of 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. Information on a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for submitting a Letter of Qualification

Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:

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

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/48903

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