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Ranch Production Assistant

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Position Number:

9816565

Location:

Moscow, United States

Position Type:

Agriculture Ranch Production Assistant Posting Number:

SP005447P

Division/College:

College of Agricultural & Life Sciences

Department:

Nancy M. Cummings Research Center

Location:

Off Campus Location -

Salmon, Idaho Posting Context Statement:

Position Overview:

Perform skilled and semi-skilled ranch and farm work in support of livestock care, forage production, irrigation, fencing, weed and pest control, and general agricultural operations. Operate and maintain agricultural equipment, support research activities, maintain records, and complete maintenance tasks necessary to sustain productive ranch and farm operations.

Duties may include:

Monitor livestock and assist with feeding, health checks, treatments, calving, breeding, pasture rotation, watering, and cattle movement

Build and maintain fencing, livestock enclosures, and other ranch infrastructure

Perform forage production activities including field preparation, planting, fertilizing, spraying, mowing, cultivating, irrigating, harvesting, storing, and delivering crops and forages

Assist with the establishment, maintenance, and harvest of field research plots and support cattle-related research activities

Operate and perform routine maintenance on tractors, loaders, irrigation systems, and other agricultural equipment

Maintain accurate livestock, crop, irrigation, equipment, and operational records and complete required reports, timesheets, email, and training

Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

Three years' experience working in agriculture

Experience working with and treating minor medical issues with cattle while in pastures and corrals

Experience operating basic farm equipment and assisting with the maintenance of the tractors and trucks

Experience working on ranch facilities, including performing duties on machines or horses

Required Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Other:

Must have a valid driver's license and ability to meet UI requirements for driving university vehicles

Additional Preferred:

Ability to weld, rope cattle, use a weed sprayer, operate and drive a variety of equipment

Ability to effectively communicate with ranch employees, faculty, and staff

Experience with a variety of irrigation methods

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Must be able to lift, carry, or otherwise move items weighing up to 80 lbs

May require working in inclement weather (cold/hot/wet/windy/dusty)

Degree Requirement:

Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Employee Category:

Classified

Pay Range:

$16.52 an hour or higher depending on experience

Type of Appointment:

Fiscal Year

FTE:

1

Full Time/Part Time:

Full Time

Funding:

This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No

Posting Date:

09/10/2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to

Applicants:

Applications received by September 28, 2026, will receive first consideration. If you would like to receive a full position description, please email Heather at hbiersner@uidaho.edu and request that one be sent to you. This job posting will hire 2 people.

Applicant Resources:

https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources

Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/52724 The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.