What are the responsibilities and job description for the Agribusiness Technician position at ACCS?
JOB
Under general direction the person in this position performs responsible work in greenhouse and nursery operations; maintains the equipment such as small engines, electrical motors, irrigation equipment and large equipment such as tractors and backhoes. Performs testing and recording measures necessary for successful planting, care harvesting of plants, and applies pesticides and herbicides as necessary for the protection of the commercial horticulture type of operation. General Maintenance Worker performs general maintenance, cleaning, and upkeep of campus buildings and grounds.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Provides general assistance with all greenhouse operations, including assistance with the maintenance of equipment and the greenhouse, operating equipment, performing general horticultural labor, and providing assistance to instructors and students as requested.Provides assistance in laboratory operations, including collecting samples, following established testing procedures, operating laboratory testing equipment, and maintaining laboratory equipment and facilities.Perform general maintenance tasks around campus such as, making minor repairs, changing light bulbs and replacing air filters.Maintain the campus grounds, including mowing, trimming, mulching, weeding, laying sod, and applying fertilizer and pesticides.Provide assistance with campus landscaping installations and maintenance.In order to perform these essential functions, the Agricultural Technician must be present at work. Therefore, attendance is an essential job function.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
A complete application packet must be received in the no later than 1 p. m., Monday, July 8, 2024. A complete application packet consists of: Completed Wallace State Community College employment application with three work referencesRésuméCover letter describing specifically how your experience and qualifications meet the qualifications outlined for the positionVerification of experience (employment) will be required after the interview process and prior to an offer of employment. Letter(s) must come from current and/or former employers, verifying employment experience to meet minimum required qualifications. Letter(s) must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature.Separate transcripts from each college attended (photocopies will suffice until employed) Applicants must meet eligibility requirements to work in the U.S. at time of appointment. All application materials must be submitted as a complete packet and will become the property of the College. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only application packets received during the period of this announcement will be considered. APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: WWW.WALLACESTATE.EDU/EMPLOYMENT In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form and to submit a nonrefundable fee of $17.40 (additional charges may apply) for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check... APPLICATION DEADLINE: The deadline for receipt of all application material is July 8, 2024.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The College reserves the right to fill the position within four months of the stated deadline date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position should circumstances warrant the need to fill more than one position. Applicants scheduled for an interview may receive or review the Essential Functions for the position at the time of the personal interview. Any applicant, however, may request a copy of the Essential Functions for the position prior to the interview appointment. All male applicants between the ages of 18-26 must provide proof of Selective Service Registration. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is complete. Before an offer of employment can be made to the selected candidate, the College will require written verification (on letterhead and signed by an appropriate authority) from current and previous employers confirming the required level of experience as stated in the “Qualifications” section. Wallace State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College Systems, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Wallace State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. If you have a disability and may require accommodations, please notify us at 256-352-8029. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Wallace State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirm an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.
Under general direction the person in this position performs responsible work in greenhouse and nursery operations; maintains the equipment such as small engines, electrical motors, irrigation equipment and large equipment such as tractors and backhoes. Performs testing and recording measures necessary for successful planting, care harvesting of plants, and applies pesticides and herbicides as necessary for the protection of the commercial horticulture type of operation. General Maintenance Worker performs general maintenance, cleaning, and upkeep of campus buildings and grounds.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Provides general assistance with all greenhouse operations, including assistance with the maintenance of equipment and the greenhouse, operating equipment, performing general horticultural labor, and providing assistance to instructors and students as requested.Provides assistance in laboratory operations, including collecting samples, following established testing procedures, operating laboratory testing equipment, and maintaining laboratory equipment and facilities.Perform general maintenance tasks around campus such as, making minor repairs, changing light bulbs and replacing air filters.Maintain the campus grounds, including mowing, trimming, mulching, weeding, laying sod, and applying fertilizer and pesticides.Provide assistance with campus landscaping installations and maintenance.In order to perform these essential functions, the Agricultural Technician must be present at work. Therefore, attendance is an essential job function.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
A complete application packet must be received in the no later than 1 p. m., Monday, July 8, 2024. A complete application packet consists of: Completed Wallace State Community College employment application with three work referencesRésuméCover letter describing specifically how your experience and qualifications meet the qualifications outlined for the positionVerification of experience (employment) will be required after the interview process and prior to an offer of employment. Letter(s) must come from current and/or former employers, verifying employment experience to meet minimum required qualifications. Letter(s) must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature.Separate transcripts from each college attended (photocopies will suffice until employed) Applicants must meet eligibility requirements to work in the U.S. at time of appointment. All application materials must be submitted as a complete packet and will become the property of the College. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only application packets received during the period of this announcement will be considered. APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: WWW.WALLACESTATE.EDU/EMPLOYMENT In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form and to submit a nonrefundable fee of $17.40 (additional charges may apply) for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check... APPLICATION DEADLINE: The deadline for receipt of all application material is July 8, 2024.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The College reserves the right to fill the position within four months of the stated deadline date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position should circumstances warrant the need to fill more than one position. Applicants scheduled for an interview may receive or review the Essential Functions for the position at the time of the personal interview. Any applicant, however, may request a copy of the Essential Functions for the position prior to the interview appointment. All male applicants between the ages of 18-26 must provide proof of Selective Service Registration. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is complete. Before an offer of employment can be made to the selected candidate, the College will require written verification (on letterhead and signed by an appropriate authority) from current and previous employers confirming the required level of experience as stated in the “Qualifications” section. Wallace State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College Systems, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Wallace State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. If you have a disability and may require accommodations, please notify us at 256-352-8029. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Wallace State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirm an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.
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