Senior Farm Equipment Operator, Forest Resources AgResearch & Education Center Oliver Springs, TN - UTIA

Senior Farm Equipment Operator 

Location: Forest Resources AgResearch and Education Center (Cumberland Forest – Oliver Springs, Tennessee) 

Summary: The position is solely responsible for the operation and maintenance of farm equipment, and field-related duties in support of the UT Forest Resources AgResearch and Education Center – UT Cumberland Forest operations and land-grant mission.

• Operates general purpose, specialized farm and heavy power equipment such as tractors, bulldozer/hauling unit, commercial mowers and dump truck. 
• Performs basic servicing and maintenance of equipment. 
• Assists with construction projects, maintenance of facilities, and other related/assigned tasks. 
• Assists research personnel with research project implementation. 
• Performs farm labor in support of research and agricultural operations. 
• May assist in felling trees due to safety issues, disease and/or timber harvesting operations.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

• Knowledge of agricultural operations and natural resources. 
• Ability to operate and service specialized agricultural and heavy equipment. 
• Ability to recognize equipment or maintenance problems. 
• Ability to accurately record data related to equipment maintenance and service schedules. 
• Ability to perform agricultural/manual labor in inclement weather conditions including tree felling operations. 
• Ability to work well with others on a daily basis. 
• Self-motivated individual. 
• Valid driver’s license; must have or be able to obtain CDL heavy truck license within 6 months of date of hire. 
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. 
• Ability to work in varying outdoor environments.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• High school diploma/GED required. 
• At least two years of combined experience in forestry, logging, farm operations, natural resources management, and landscaping. 

Application Process: 

• Interested candidates must complete an online application for the position in order to be considered: https://hr.utk.edu/

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