Description

Great Lakes Agricultural Research Service, Inc. (GLARS) is an agricultural research farm in Walworth County, Wisconsin that conducts field research trials on a large variety of commodities and we are looking for seasonal employees. This employment opportunity can be used to fulfill an internship requirement for graduation. Our seasonal employees assist us in conducting trials concerning new pesticides, biotech crops, and fertilizers on many Wisconsin crops. 

Requirements

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Assist the Principal Investigator (PI) in day-to-day field operations related to trials including:

        Planting

        Plot maintenance (hand weeding, irrigation etc.)

        Data collection

        Hand pollination of corn

        Plant sampling and shipping

        Clean research and farm equipment

General Farm Maintenance including:

        Haying

        Fencing

        Painting

        Lawn maintenance

 Qualifications:

        Must be capable of working in varying ergonomic and environmental conditions for extended periods of time, including high pollen and dusty (hay) areas.

        Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.

        Must be competent with computers and data entry.

        Must have an interest in agriculture (or related field).