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Novus ltd.
Job Overview
****NOTE THIS POSITION IS IN CLOVIS , NM****
NMSU is New Mexico’s land-grant and space-grant institution, a comprehensive research institution dedicated to teaching, research, public service and outreach. In addition, the NMSU system includes a satellite learning center in Albuquerque, Cooperative Extension Service offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, and 12 agriculture research and science centers. New Mexico State University is the institution of choice for more than 15,000 students from 49 states and 89 foreign countries.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Plants, cultivates and irrigates experimental research plots
- Mows, edges and water lawns, trees and shrubs.
- Rakes leaves and remove debris from plots and grounds.
- Sprays for weeds and insects
- Applies, mixes and measures fertilizers and pesticides to experimental research plots
- Operates large power lawn mowers, edges and hand tools.
- Operation of vehicles for hauling debris and transporting supplies
- May perform repairs and/or construction to fences, roads, sheds and buildings
- Cleans shops and sheds
Classification Summary
Performs activities such as planting, cultivating, weeding, irrigating and harvesting experimental research plots and crops and/or providing care for laboratory or farm animals in an animal facility or farm environment; watering, raking, mowing, trimming, edging, and trash/litter pickup and disposal activities. Application of sprays, fertilizers and pesticides to fields. Operation of vehicles, farm equipment and power tools. May provide direction to entry level staff.
Classification Standard Duties
Performs duties such as: planting, weeding, cultivating, irrigating and harvesting of experimental research plots and/or research field crops. Cleans shops, barns, sheds, barn lots and office facilities. Mows, edges, waters lawns, trees and shrubs. Removes and rakes trash and debris from grounds. May perform construction and repair of fences, buildings, sheds and roads. Applies, mixes and measures fertilizers and pesticides and distributes over experimental research crops and/or plots. May drive truck to transport supplies, debris and equipment as instructed. Operates farm equipment including tractors and harvesters. Operates large power lawn mowers, edgers and hand tools. Feeds, waters, houses, grooms and cares for animals; Cleans and sterilizes cages, feeding equipment, animal rooms and stalls; sprays disinfectant and mops floors and walls.
Knowledge
Knowledge and understanding of principles, procedures, regulations, and standards applicable to the job. Understanding of the University’s mission, vision and goals. Knowledge and understanding of principles, procedures, regulations, and standards applicable to the job. Understanding of the University’s mission, vision and goals.
Skills
Skill in the operation of farm equipment and in the use of tools used in the repair and maintenance of facilities.
Abilities
Ability to provide work direction to others. Ability to accurately maintain written records. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Required Education
None
Required Experience
None
Equivalency Preferred Qualifications Required Certification/License Special Requirements Other Departmental Requirements
COVID -19 Guidelines
The NMSU system requires all employees to upload proof of COVID-19 vaccination or request an exemption through the Office of Institutional Equity (medical or religious) within three (3) business days of start date. Vaccination card and exemption must be uploaded via the VaxTrax System. NMSU’s COVID-19 vaccination policy is subject to change in order to comply with state and federal mandates and in accordance with the recommendations of public health experts.
Standard Work Schedule Shift: Other Shift If not a Standard Work Schedule, please describe
Clovis Science Center hours: 7:30 am – 4:00pm May work on weekends and holidays
Physical Work Location State NM-New Mexico Physical Work Location County, if in New Mexico CR-Curry Work Site Agricultural Science Center at Clovis Contingent Upon Funding Contingent upon funding Bargaining Unit Eligible Posting Announcement Statement This is a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME). Tenure Track No Posting Date 07/19/2022 Closing Date 01/02/2023 Anticipated Job Begin Date (optional) Anticipated Job End Date, if applicable (optional) Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants
The electronic application is the official document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application.
Reposted
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.nmsu.edu/postings/46942
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Environment
Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements: i.e. extreme temp, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, other potentially dangerous materials/situations that require safety precaution/protective equip
Physical Effort
Considerable physical activity. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.
Lifting Requirements
Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.
Risk
Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.
Job Detail
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Offered Salary$15 an hour
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ExperienceLess than 1 Year
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GenderBoth
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INDUSTRYHarvesting
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QualificationHigher Secondary
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Lingual SkillEnglish