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.
Agricultural Worker II University of Maryland - 4.1 College Park, MD Job Details Part-time $42,770 - $51,324 a year 4 hours ago Qualifications Outdoor work experience Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence High school diploma or GED Farm experience Safety equipment Full Job Description Job Description Summary The Department of Animal and Avian Sciences (ANSC) at the University of Maryland, College Park, is seeking an individual to support the University of Maryland's Campus Farm. Under the supervision of the Farm Manager, the Ag Worker performs manual activities in the care of all animals housed on the Campus Farm, maintains routine animal and equipment maintenance records, maintains and operates farm machinery and operates power tools, performs basic repairs to fences and barns, cleans and maintains barns, pastures and turnouts. Physical Demands of the
Position:
This position requires the ability to operate assigned tools; to lift a minimum of 50lb to shoulder height; to stretch, climb, and perform extensive standing and walking, bending and stooping; to wear and work in personal protective equipment; to work in extreme weather conditions, to work variable shifts. The position includes regular interaction and communication with a wide range of internal and external constituents, and the operation of standard office equipment in support of daily administrative and programmatic functions. Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION
High School Diploma or
GED EXPERIENCE
Two years in related agricultural work.
OTHER:
Valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license.
Additional Job Details Preferences:
Some college coursework.
Experience with:
operating tractors and/or skid-loaders, towing gooseneck and/or bumper-pull trailers. Basic carpentry and/or plumbing skills. Knowledge of the maintenance of tractors and/or other farm machinery. Willingness to obtain "certified operator" status under the Maryland Department of Agriculture for Nutrient Management Plans.
Required Application Materials:
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July 29, 2026 Job Risks Animal Handling, Respiratory Protection Financial Disclosure Required No For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website . Department AGNR-Animal & Avian Sciences Worker Sub-Type Staff Regular Salary Range $42,770.00 - $51,324.00 Benefits Summary For more information on Regular Nonexempt benefits, select this link . Background Checks Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed. Employment Eligibility The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment. EEO Statement The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy. Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice Resources Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities with O•Net Online Search Firm Managed Recruitment There are some positions that are not advertised on this career site as the search is being managed by a Search Firm.
