Agricultural Assistant

Overview

This is a full time, benefit eligible, fiscal year (twelve month) appointment. The successful applicant for this position of Agricultural Assistant will work under the direction of the Ag Experiment Station Livestock Supervisor to conduct general ruminant livestock production practices with a primary focus on sheep and goats, coordinate deliveries, transport feed products and manure, and maintain adequate livestock records. Additionally, he/she will assist in the everyday duties and responsibilities of the farm. Flexible hours are required to accommodate daily livestock needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in farm responsibilities which include, but are not restricted to: feeding, cleaning, vaccinating, parturition, and other livestock production practices.Ensuring accurate mixing and feeding of delegated rations to appropriate animals.
• General cleaning and maintenance of feedlot pens and farm facilities.
• Assisting and ensuring accurate collection of research and production data using provided animal production software.
• Rotating weekend animal care responsibilities.
• Position may include operation of semi-truck with a variety of trailers (including livestock trailers, hydraulic silage/manure, and flatbed trailers).
• Supporting UAES in Livestock and Crop production practices as assigned.
• Operate equipment carefully and effectively to ensure proper storage and handling of agricultural commodities.
• Work closely with Livestock Manager to maintain equipment and responsible facilities.
• Communicate and provide adequate records for both feed and manure products effectively to proper personnel.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years of animal production, or related agricultural experience.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Valid driver’s license to perform essential job responsibilities, such as driving university vehicles and transporting materials.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Ability and willingness to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), if needed to support operational requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, verbal and written, with vendors, and university staff and faculty members.
• Ability to care for animals & receive and ship materials.
• Ability to operate and maintain agricultural equipment and trucks.
• Ability to read and interpret written instructions, regulations, and other documentation and identify appropriate sources of information related to position responsibilities.
• General understanding of ruminant nutrition, feed types, and ration development.
• Experienced in operation of agricultural equipment including: agricultural tractors, hay and forage equipment, front end loaders, and assorted farm implements.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”

Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA

The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing).  

Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Additionally, indoor or outdoor work environments may include being confined or in narrow spaces for periods of time. The incumbent may also be exposed to loud noises or vibrations from equipment, and conditions that may affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. Bending, crawling, and crouching may be required. Incumbents may be required to lift, push, and/or pull objects up to 50 pounds and be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.  

Must be able to lift 75 pounds and work standing for up to 5 hours per day. Requires walking/standing approximately 65% of time; sitting approximately 20% of time; lifting up to 75 lbs. approximately 5% of time; stooping, forward bending and crouching approximately 10% of time.

University Highlights

As Utah’s student-centered, land-grant research university, Utah State University expands opportunity and strengthens communities across the state through learning, discovery, extension, and engagement. Founded in 1888, USU now holds two Carnegie distinctions: R1 status for very high research activity and the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification. Its innovative research and scholarship is grounded in reciprocal partnerships with local, regional, and global communities, advancing knowledge and serving the public good across Utah, the nation, and the world. With over 50 world-class research facilities and the nation’s second-oldest undergraduate research program, USU prepares students to become active, civically engaged leaders who can address critical societal challenges.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, which it joined July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025-26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when it named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at 435-797-0122 or [email protected].

*updated 10/26

Notice of Non-discrimination

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.

In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.

The following office has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Civil Rights & Title IX Office

Old Main Room 405

1475 Old Main Hill, Logan UT 84322

[email protected]

(435) 797-1266

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:

U.S. Department of Education

Denver Regional Office

303-844-5695| [email protected]

U.S. Department of Education

Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

800-421-3481 |  [email protected]

*updated 08/2026