Senior Farm Equipment Operator

Forest Resources AgResearch and Education Center

(Cumberland Forest - Oliver Springs, Tennessee)

Summary:The position is solely responsible for the operation and maintenance of farm equipment, and field-related duties in support of the UT Forest Resources AgResearch and Education Center - UT Cumberland Forest operations and land-grant mission.

Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

• Operates general purpose, specialized farm and heavy power equipment such as tractors, bulldozer/hauling unit, commercial mowers and dump truck.
• Performs basic servicing and maintenance of equipment.
• Assists with construction projects, maintenance of facilities, and other related/assigned tasks.
• Assists research personnel with research project implementation.
• Performs farm labor in support of research and agricultural operations.
• May assist in felling trees due to safety issues, disease and/or timber harvesting operations.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of agricultural operations and natural resources.
• Ability to operate and service specialized agricultural and heavy equipment.
• Ability to recognize equipment or maintenance problems.
• Ability to accurately record data related to equipment maintenance and service schedules.
• Ability to perform agricultural/manual labor in inclement weather conditions including tree felling operations.
• Ability to work well with others on a daily basis.
• Self-motivated individual.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED required.
• At least three years of experience in forestry, farm operations or natural resources.
• Must have or able to obtain CDL heavy truck license within 6 months of date of hire.

Application Process:

Interested candidates must complete an online application for the position in order to be considered: https://hr.utk.edu/