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University of Arizona Police Department

Agriculture Worker III (Maricopa, AZ)

Maricopa, AZ, USPosted 3 months ago
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Job Description

Operate a wide variety of farm equipment including tractors, cotton pickers, combines, backhoes, etc, including adjusting the machinery as needed, and understanding when to adjust the machinery. Work with GPS guidance systems, operating and navigating the controls, for all crop aspects. Operate Case IH program tractors with advanced electronic controls, and responsible for setting all flow rates and controls from the touch screen. Assist in all stages of planting, fertilizing, cultivating, and harvesting of field crops. Use compound slopes and calculate percent slope in relation to field length in laser leveling fields. Performs minor repairs and maintenance operations of farm equipment. Conduct applications of fertilizers, herbicides, and other chemicals and pesticide application after training, as approved by manager. Occasional hand weeding and other tasks as assigned. Assist with flood and sprinkler irrigation of crops. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of a variety of cultivating equipment for specific crops. Strong understanding of land preparation techniques and best practices. Ability to operate heavy machinery safely and effectively. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

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