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Cornell University · 2 weeks ago

CALS- Technician I- Cornell Cooperative Extension Orleans County

New York, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$22.70/hr - $23.56/hr

1+ years exp

Cornell University is a prestigious institution dedicated to inclusion and belonging in the community. The Technician I role involves providing technical support to enhance the vegetable industry through research and outreach, including data collection and assisting in educational events.

BiotechnologyHigher EducationMedicalUniversities

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provide technical and program support in carrying out research and outreach that will ultimately enhance the profitability and sustainability of the vegetable industry served by the CVP

Travel to research plots on commercial vegetable farms throughout the 14-county region served by the CVP to assist in setup, data collection and harvest of research trials

Scout for insects, diseases, weeds and crop damage in research plots and commercial vegetable fields and maintain good records

Work will frequently be performed in commercial fields that have been sprayed with pesticides and will require training in Worker Protection Standards (WPS) to understand the safe field re-entry period and practices

Perform basic data entry and summary

Assist in logistical setup for educational meetings and events throughout the region

Ensure that all protocols and procedures adhere to safety requirements

Qualification

Agriculture experienceData collectionWindows - Excel/Word/PowerPointCustomer serviceOrganizational skillsManual dexterityInclusive relationshipsCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

High School Diploma and 1+ years of experience in an agriculture setting, or the equivalent combination of education and experience

Able to work independently in collecting and summarizing data

Experience utilizing current computer technology, i.e., Windows - Excel/Word/PowerPoint

Proven experience in communicating effectively, both written and oral

Possess excellent organizational experience

Knowledge of prioritizing multiple activities and tasks while meeting established time frames

Excellent customer service; must work effectively with clientele

Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather

Will be expected to work flexible hours, occasional evenings, and weekends as job functions

Visual concentration, attention to detail and manual dexterity are required

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the position, and have reliable transportation as well as have and maintain a valid and unrestricted New York State driver's license

Must exercise sound and ethical judgment when acting on behalf of the University

Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members

Preferred

Associate's Degree with coursework in vegetable production, entomology, plant pathology, weed science, horticulture, and / or agronomy

Experience assisting research projects, including data collection, summary, and statistical analysis

Experience working in agriculture or vegetable production

Benefits

Comprehensive health care options

Generous retirement contributions

Access to wellness programs

Employee discounts with local and national retail brands

Health and personal leave

Three weeks of vacation

13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1

Two additional floating holidays

Tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program

Tuition aid for external education

Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program