Agriculture Technician Job at Auburn University, Shorter, AL

  • Auburn University
  • Shorter, AL

Job Description

Salary Range: USD $31,200.00/Yr. - USD $44,530.00/Yr.

Locations: Shorter, AL

Categories: Agriculture & Forestry

Job Type: Non-Faculty

Position Type: Full-Time

Department: AES Rsch Ctr Director

Associated Division: Agriculture Experiment Station

Req ID: 10289

Overview

The E. V. Smith Research Center in Shorter, Alabama is seeking candidates for Agriculture Technician positions to perform basic level farm and technical research tasks related to beef cattle in support of ongoing research activities.

Responsibilities

  • General farm and cattle duties.

  • Performing day-to-day animal husbandry tasks such as providing food and water.

  • Cleaning animal enclosures and facilities.

  • Assisting with breeding procedures, and maintaining proper research data.

  • Observing animals, as well as identifying and reporting concerns about their health status or well being.

  • Performing general maintenance on equipment, buildings, and fences.

  • Operating equipment such as tractors, feed mixers, fence sprayers, etc.

Duties are often required to be performed in inclement weather in all seasons and occasionally on holidays and weekends.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

  • Level I: High school diploma or equivalent.

  • Level II: High school diploma or equivalent plus 1 year of experience in farming practices.

  • Level III: High school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years of experience in farming practices.

  • Level IV: High school diploma or equivalent plus 6 years of experience in farming practices.

  • A valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to selection is required.

Desired qualifications include current CDL and experience working with cattle.

SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED FOR EXPERIENCE: Yes, When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Contract Type

Continuing

Why Work at Auburn?

  • Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

  • Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.

  • We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

  • Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.

  • A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

  • Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.

Posted Date

9/14/2026

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Work at office, Weekend work

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