Summer Agriculture Worker – Sandhill Research & Education Center Columbia, SC Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Summer Agriculture Worker

• Sandhill Research & Education Center Columbia, SC 4.

3 4.3 out of 5 stars Columbia, SC

WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

Clemson is calling…are you ready to answer the call? One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond. So,… are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY

Summer employment to provide assistance to staff with grounds maintenance, field research studies, projects and other duties as needed.

JOB DUTIES

50%

• Essential
• Assist staff with research field work for various crops to include tilling/watering/weed maintenance, assist with children’s garden. 25%
• Essential
• Grounds maintenance to include moving, weed eating/trimming/removing brush and other landscape material. 25%
• Essential
• Provide assistance to facilities manager and other staff as needed to maintain Sandhill REC property/research fields and assist with special events.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

• High School or Equivalent
• Knowledge of agricultural practices, farm equipment and maintenance. Licenses
• Drivers License Class D normal

< 26,000 RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Fundamental Job Knowledge

• Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Supervisory Duties

• Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Budget Responsibilities

• No fiscal responsibility for the department’s budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

100%

• Walk or move about 25%
• Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc 5%
• Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder) 10%
• Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl) 100%
• Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself 50%
• Recognize or inspect visually 20%
• Move, transport, raise or lower

WORKING CONDITIONS

50%

• Exposure to heat or cold 50%
• Exposure to dust/fumes 50%
• Wet or humid 50%
• Noise 10%
• Vibration

WORK SCHEDULE

Standard Hours:

37.5 COMPENSATION

INFORMATION

Anticipate Hourly Rate:

up to $14.00 Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson’s compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION

Columbia, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE

May 16, 2025 MILITARY

AND VETERAN

MILITARY

EQUIVALENCY

Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job’s minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources. To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.