CREC Foundation Seedstocks Technician

Description & Details :

The Carrington Research Extension Center is seeking a Foundation Seedstocks Research Technician for our Foundation seedstocks program. The person in this position is responsible for assisting in foundation seed production, cleaning and distribution, and equipment maintenance and repair. The position requires diverse skills with major responsibilities to include assisting in planting, maintenance and harvest of foundation seedstocks; assisting with seed conditioning and distribution; performing maintenance and repair of farm-scale equipment; and assist with tasks related to general CREC needs. Come join our team as we use our newly-built seed conditioning plant to serve the region.

Work Schedule :

Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with extended hours at various times of the year.

Advertised Salary :

$45,000 to $54,000 per year depending on experience with retirement plan and full coverage for family health insurance

Minimum Qualifications :

• H.S. diploma
• Related experience, with knowledge of field crop production and equipment operation
• The experience or demonstrated ability to learn the skills necessary to operate and maintain large-scale field equipment
• Willingness to be timely to work schedule and desire to put forth consistent and full work days
• Experience with equipment maintenance
• Current or ability / desire to attain a North Dakota Commercial Pesticide Applicators License
• Good oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Valid Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications :

Applicant Materials Required :

Cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references

NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits :

Option of a PPO / Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account

Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position

About Us :

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.

NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.

NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.

NDSU is committed to fostering a community where differences are recognized as strengths. Rooted in our land-grant mission, we work together to meet the needs of North Dakota and its communities through education, research and outreach.

Equal Opportunity Statement :

NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression / identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to : Vice Provost, Title IX / ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND, 58108, 701-231-7708, ndsu.eoaa@ndsu.edu.

No Smoking Notice :

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

Veteran's Preference Notice :

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation Information :

North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu .

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