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Farm Laborer (Farm Laborer)
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What they do
A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.
$40,230 / year median in California
+7% projected growth
Job Description
AGRICULTURE MGR
1, perform unskilled and skilled agricultural tasks in and around research plots in fields, including irrigating, weeding, and harvesting at CA&ES Core Farm Facilities (300+ acres) as well as 500+ acres of labor recharge locations and other College field facilities as assigned.THIS IS A PARTIAL-YEAR CAREER POSITION.
This position is subject to furlough and curtailment periods where the employee is not at work and without pay; furlough would not exceed three (3) months. Apply By Date July 29 th 2026 by 11:59PM Qualifications Minimum Qualifications- For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position Forklift certificate must be obtained with 6 months of hire.
- Cultural Operations 10%
- Research Department Overview The CCFF is a core facility managed within the College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences (CA&ES).
POSITION INFORMATION
Salary or Pay Range:
$25.03/hr.- $29.
Salary Frequency:
Bi-weekly Salary Grade:
STEPS UC
Job Title:
FARM LABORER UC
Job Code:
008543Number of Positions:
1Appointment Type:
Staff:
Partial Year Career Percentage of Time:
100 % Shift (Work Schedule): M-F, 7 am-3:30 pmLocation:
Davis Union Representation:
SX-Service Workers Benefits Eligible:
Yes This position is 100% on-site Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page . If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining atUC:
https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here Physical Demands Standing- Occasional Up to 3 Hours Walking
- Occasional Up to 3 Hours Sitting
- Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs
- Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs
- Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs
- Never 0 Hours Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs
- Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs
- Never 0 Hours Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs
- Never 0 Hours Bending/Stooping
- Never 0 Hours Squatting/Kneeling
- Never 0 Hours Twisting
- Never 0 Hours Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)
- Never 0 Hours Reaching overhead
- Never 0 Hours Keyboard use/repetitive motion
- Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Environmental Demands Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes
- Never 0 Hours Loud noise levels
- Never 0 Hours Marked changes in humidity or temperature
- Never 0 Hours Microwave/Radiation
- Never 0 Hours Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment
- Never 0 Hours Extreme Temperatures
- Never 0 Hours Uneven Surfaces or Elevations
- Never 0 Hours Mental Demands Sustained attention and concentration
- Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Complex problem solving/reasoning
- Occasional Up to 3 Hours Ability to organize & prioritize
- Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Communication skills
- Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Numerical skills
- Occasional Up to 3 Hours Constant Interaction
- Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Customer/Patient Contact
- Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Multiple Concurrent Tasks
- Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Work Environment UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014.
- Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment