Farm Equipment Operator
The Farm Equipment Operator position is a 12-month full-time appointment located in Grand Rapids, MN at The North Central Research and Outreach Center (NCROC) which is characterized by the diversity of our research activities. In addition to traditional crop and livestock research, scientists at the center study agricultural engineering, environmental issues, forestry, industrial by-product utilization, horticulture, and wild rice
The Farm Equipment Operator is responsible for operating, adjusting, and maintaining a wide variety of farm equipment, loaders, trailers, mowers, and snow removal equipment. Key duties include equipment setup, calibration, and performing general maintenance and repairs on machinery. The role also involves maintaining records for equipment maintenance and field operations. Working with modern equipment and precision agriculture technologies, the operator will assist in various fieldwork and machinery operations, supporting advanced farming & research practices and efficient operations.
Temporary/Casual Positions
The North Central Research & Outreach Center (NCROC) in Grand Rapids, MN is seeking a versatile and dependable individual to join our team in a dual-capacity role. This position provides essential support to both our groundbreaking agricultural research programs and our general center operations. Whether you are assisting researchers in the field or ensuring our facilities are well-maintained, your work directly contributes to our mission of enhancing the quality of life and sustainable economic systems for North Central Minnesota. Our ideal candidate has a multidisciplinary background who can pivot between technical research tasks and physical labor.
A variety of positions are available.
Research Plot Technician
This position is a 12-month appointment located at North Central Research and Outreach Center. The Research Plot Technician will work within the Plant Sciences unit under the Director of Operations. They will assist the Research Coordinator with implementing field trials according to the specifications of Principle Investigators at the University of Minnesota or external researchers. This includes maintaining plot or rotational plot areas, collecting data, processing samples, and organizing seasonal work tasks. Small plot research consists of duplicating the practices of crop production but at a much smaller scale and at the same time incorporating and evaluating a new practice or product. Conventional production methods are used but some research utilizes organic practices. A research plot technician is a person that is detail orientated, motivated, takes pride in their work, and strives to see results. This person works hands-on with many different agricultural crops (i.e. agronomic, horticultural, forages, etc..), operates, and maintains specialized equipment and works with research support staff to plant, maintain, collect data, and harvest all varieties of crops.
For more information, and to apply: External candidate
You can submit a general application (PDF) electronically to: [email protected] or return the application in person or by mail to Stephanie Mattson, NCROC 1861 East US Hwy 169, Grand Rapids, MN 55744.
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The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer and educator.
