Job Title

Farm Aide (Part-Time)

Agency

Texas A&M University - Kingsville

Department

Office of Facilities, Planning, Construction, and Safety

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Kingsville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

About Texas A&M University–Kingsville

Texas A&M University–Kingsville (TAMUK), the oldest institution of higher learning in South Texas and a proud member of the Texas A&M University System, stands as the region’s premier university. TAMUK offers the widest range of academic programs and degrees in South Texas, provides exceptional learning and residential facilities, conducts impactful research, awards substantial scholarships, and has awarded more than 80,000 degrees in the institution’s 100-year history. The university is recognized for its unwavering commitment to student success, meaningful research, and deep community engagement. With a welcoming campus culture and strong regional partnerships, TAMUK offers faculty and staff a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of students and the broader South Texas region.

Location: The University is located in historic Kingsville, a friendly, safe city of 25,000 that is the home of the legendary King Ranch. Corpus Christi and its beaches are just 40 miles to the northeast, and the border with Mexico is 120 miles to the south at Brownsville or 119 miles to the west at Laredo.

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Position Overview

The Farm Aide, under supervision, assists with livestock care, maintenance of farm equipment, and general property maintenance. Operates farm machinery and cuts and rakes grass around farm buildings and pastures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Livestock Care

• Feed, water, and monitor livestock.

• Check fencing, water troughs, and pastures for safety and functionality.

• Move animals between pens, pastures, or trailers as needed.

• Assists in treating the livestock for either disease contraction or prevention.

• May assist with calving, branding, vaccinations, and routine animal health care.

Farm Maintenance

• Maintain fences, gates, barns, and other structures.

• Operate and maintain farm equipment such as tractors, UTVs, mowers, sprayers, and basic tools.

• Perform irrigation tasks, check wells, pumps, and water lines.

• Cuts, rakes, and bales hay. Mows farm roadside areas.

• Participates in the repair of farm machines, equipment, and vehicles.

General

• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of barns, pens, equipment areas, and property grounds.

• Follow safety procedures and guidelines at all times.

• Assist with special projects such as building improvements, land management, or seasonal tasks.

Other Duties

• The above represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

  

Qualifications

Required Education

High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Experience

No prior experience required.

Required Licenses and Certifications

Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

Prior farm or ranch experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to exert heavy force.

• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and perform demanding work in various weather conditions.

Other Requirements and Factors

• This position is security sensitive

• This position will require export-control authorization prior to starting employment.

• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMUK policies, regulations, rules, and procedures

• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements

• This position will require export-control authorization prior to starting e