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Assistant Farm Manager - Chavez (1)

University of Georgia

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United States, Georgia, Athens

Oct 07, 2025

Posting Details

Posting Number	S14216P
Working Title	Assistant Farm Manager - Chavez (1)
Department	CAES-Horticulture
About the University of Georgia	Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	Monday - Friday; 8-5 pm
Advertised Salary	Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date	10/06/2025
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	10/27/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy	Other Middle Georgia Area
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Position Information

Classification Title	Agricultural Technician II
FLSA	Non-Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications	Technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, professional certificate, or extensive farming experience. The ideal candidate will have documented and verifiable agricultural experience, preferably related to horticulture.
Position Summary	The position provides research support to the stone fruit and pecan research projects at the USDA- ARS Fruit and Tree Nut research Lab located at Byron, GA. This position assists in one or more phases of the research projects by performing largely independent various farming duties in pecan and peach orchard settings including operation of farm tractors with associated implements/attachments and other heavy equipment, pesticide sprayer calibration and application, mowing, planting, and harvesting, as well as equipment repair. Responsibilities include scouting orchards for disease and pest issues, monitoring plant and soil nutrient levels and assisting in planning of applications, assisting in pesticide planning; maintaining and monitoring irrigation systems; creating schedules for planting, irrigation, spraying, fertilizing, pruning, training and planting orchards; significant experience in operating tractors (>/= 50 horsepower), and implementing farm management procedures such as pesticides sprays, mowing, planting, harvesting and heavy equipment repair. This is a grant-funded position with continued employment beyond 08/31/2026 based on the needs of the project as well as available funding and satisfactory job performance and progress.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Basic understanding of biological science preferably in the field of Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture and Plant Pathology, and or experience in farm management or maintenance Experienced in scouting pests and diseases in field. Understanding of horticultural production. The ideal candidate will have documented and verifiable agricultural experiences, preferably related to fruit and nut production. Georgia Pesticide Applicator's license (or able to obtain within 90 days). Significant experience in operating tractors (>/= 50 horsepower), and implementing farm management procedures such as pesticides sprays, mowing, planting, harvesting and heavy equipment repair.
Physical Demands	Be able to lift 40 pounds, work outside under high heat and humidity. Some physical exertion, such as regular and recurring walking or bending. In many situations the duration of the activity (such as most of a work day) contributes to the arduous nature of the job. In other situations, there may be special requirements for agility or dexterity such as exceptional hand/eye coordination. Driving to perform job-related tasks
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?	No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	No
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	No
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities	Mowing, weed eating, herbicide applications, fence repair and installation Help to maintain equipment used in the field including tractors, mowers, string trimmers, backpack sprayers, motorized or battery-operated sprayers, tillers and hand tools inspect equipment to ensure proper functioning and coordinate maintenance or repairs.
Percentage of time	50

Duties/Responsibilities	Collection of soil samples, fertilizer applications, field preparation, planting and clean-up of field experiments Execute seeding plans for the upcoming season Monitor weather conditions, record data and manage the irrigation system Keep records of trees and planting blocks.
Percentage of time	25

Duties/Responsibilities	Create schedules to operate equipment to prepare for plot turnover, irrigation, spraying and pruning.
Percentage of time	15

Duties/Responsibilities	Report field evaluations to team in planning irrigation, mowing, pests and equipment care. Capable of working flexible schedule, as workload requires.
Percentage of time	10