Farm worker jobs in Euless, TX

This is a part-time or temporary non-benefited position. Hourly Pay Rate: Minimum of $15.00 per hour, depending on experience Work Schedule: 20 weeks of full-time work with possibility of some overtime 32 weeks of part-time work at 19.5 hours per week Some weekend work is required Direct Questions to: Chris Augustin, Center Director Phone: ************ email: *********************** Garry Ottmar, Ranch Manager Phone ************ email: ********************* Pay is based on several factors, including budget, labor market, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and/or certification and other business considerations. Position Responsibilities: General crop, farm, and ranch work to include: * Operation of various types of tractors and agricultural equipment * Conduct various agronomic practices such as tillage, seeding, harvesting feed and grain crops, assisting with crop hauling and storage * Mowing, raking, and baling hay * Hauling and stacking hay * Mowing and weed control at ranch location * Collecting hay, crop, and soil samples for testing * Transporting livestock to and from various locations * Performance of other tasks as assigned Care and handling of livestock to include: * Establish routines and perform duties related to the care of livestock on pasture or in pens * Prepare feed rations and mixes utilizing feed grinding and chopping equipment * Distribute assigned feed rations to livestock and maintain feed consumption records * Daily inspection of livestock for health and adequate water supply * Assist with veterinary procedures * Provide routine cattle checks during calving season, which includes weighing and tagging of newborn calves and maintain calving records * Assist with livestock handling to obtain required research data * Clean and repair animal shelters, feed and water troughs, barns, storage areas, fences, pens, corrals and other livestock facilities * Performance of other tasks as assigned Minimum Qualifications: * Must be 18 years of age * Possess a valid driver's license * Experience in farming and ranching operations * Knowledge and experience in the care and handling of livestock * Proficient in maintenance and operation of machinery and facilities * Experience in towing large livestock trailers * Ability to work independently and as a team member * Possess effective written and oral communication skills * Clear background check * Work safely Required Applicant Material: * Cover letter * Resume * Contact information for three (3) references To Apply - Applications must include the following materials: Please include within application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with NDSU, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as your how many hours you work a week and in the past 12 months. 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 to meet the needs of North Dakota and its communities through education, research and outreach. Employment Eligibility: NDSU determines employment eligibility through the E-Verify system: What is E-Verify? New employees to NDSU must present specific identification to determine their employment eligibility no later than their first day of work. To view the identification required, please see the List of Acceptable Documents. You will be required to have one item from List A OR one item from List B and List C. 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. 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, ************, ******************. 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 ************ or ****************.