Ag Equipment Operator
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Job Summary:The Agricultural Equipment Operator position supports the agronomic operations. This person operates agricultural equipment for research and production activities. This person performs set up and calibration of equipment and performs basic maintenance and repairs. This person also performs general facilities maintenance and care of the beef research herd.The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) is committed to maintaining and growing a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements of our excellence and fundamental components of a positive and enriching learning and working environment for all students, faculty, and staff. At CALS, we acknowledge that bias, prejudice, racism, and hate have historically occurred in many forms that cause significant and lasting harm to members of our community. We commit to taking actions each day toward a college that is inclusive and welcoming to all.Responsibilities:Operates basic or complex equipment, applies pesticides, and performs physical labor to maintain institutional agriculture in support of institutional goals.50% Operates, cleans, and repairs basic and complex agricultural machines and equipment to ensure safety and operable functionality and to adhere to established rules, policies, and regulations10% Stages equipment and machines in preparation of agricultural activities10% Maintains organization of designated facilities and associated supplies, notifies appropriate entities of damaged materials or the need for supply replenishment15% Documents completion of duties according to established policies and procedures15% Assist with care and handling of beef cattle herdInstitutional Statement on Diversity:Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and InclusionEducation:PreferredH.S. DiplomaQualifications:Required-Ability to operate tractors, tractors with loaders, and skid loaders for agronomic functions such as soil tillage, fertilizer application, planting/seeding, and crop harvest.- Ability to perform general farm operations of loading and unloading materials, snow removal and care of animal facilities including cleaning, loading, and hauling animal waste.-Ability to operate all-terrain vehicles, utility terrain vehicles, and pickup trucks for general farm use on and off road.-Ability to set up, calibrate, and make adjustments to farm equipment as required to meet research and field condition needs.-Ability to perform general farm facilities maintenance and repairs.Preferred Qualifications:-Ability to perform basic maintenance and repairs for tractors, skid loaders, pick-up trucks, all terrain vehicles, and various farm equipment.-Ability to apply pesticides for agricultural purposes and attain a pesticide applicator license.-Beef cattle production and grazing experience.Work Schedule:Normal hours are 7:45am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday. Occasional nights and weekends may be required for this position.Work Type:Full Time: 100%It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.Appointment Type, Duration:Ongoing/RenewableSalary:Minimum $21.41 HOURLYDepending on QualificationsThe anticipated salary range for this position is $21.41 - $23.00 per hour. However, final salary will depend on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Additional benefits information can be found at: Information:-Criminal Background Check may be required-Probationary Period may be requiredWork Authorization:-The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States by the start of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.How to Apply:Click on the Apply Online button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents/Application Materials:Resume (required) - Detail your educational and professional backgroundCover letter (required) - Refer to your related work experienceReferences (required) - List contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice.It's important that your cover letter and resume reflect your experience for this position related to the Qualifications section. Your application materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.Contact:Justin 608-###-####Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.Official Title:Agricultural Equipment Opr II(FP002)Department(s):A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/AG RES STA/LANCASTEREmployment Class:University Staff-OngoingJob Number:308100-CPThe University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click hereIf you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. 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