FWS Fall 2024, CSA Farm Tech

Job Title FWS Fall 2024, CSA Farm Tech

Requisition Number DU12426

Department Name 1B531:Federal Work Study

Work Location 4321 Emmert Farm Lane Lexington, KY 40514

Salary Range $15.00 – $16.00

Type of Position Student

Position Time Status Part-Time

Required Education 

N/A

Required Related Experience 

N/A

Required License/Registration/CertificationN/A

Physical RequirementsAbility to lift up to 50 lbs.

ShiftMonday – Wednesday, Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM.

Thursday, 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Part-time hours are available for morning shifts prior to 12:00 PM of afternoon shifts after 1:00 PM. 

Minimum of 10 hours per week. 

Job SummaryAs a crewmember on the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) project, you will assist in all aspects of the daily farm operation, as directed by the CSA Manager. The job requires an excellent work ethic, ability to work well with a team, and strong communication skills. Specific tasks may include: 

• Field preparation, seeding and transplanting, cultivation, maintenance, harvest, and post-harvest handling that may require heavy lifting up to 50lbs
• Rotate with other staff members in delivery of the share to campus or in staffing the farm pick-up on Thursday afternoons
• Participate, as needed, in farm activities not directly related to the CSA (research projects, facilities management, tours, etc.)

For more information, please contact: Kristi Durbin, Phone: (859) 552-4165, Email: kddu223@uky.edu

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesFlexibility to work outdoors.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience 

Horticulture knowledge a plus. Agriculture, Horticulture, or related majors preferred. 

Deadline to Apply 08/30/2024

University Community of Inclusion 

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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