Provides general care for all types of livestock. Prepares and distributes food according to schedules. Performs greenhouse activities such as watering specified areas and crops, regulating temperature, humidity and lighting, and applying fertilizers following specific instructions. Operates farm machinery including tractors, plows, mowers, combines, balers, and hand tools. The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job.
Incumbents perform other related duties assigned.
Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. One year in related agricultural work. Valid Maryland Noncommercial Class C or equivalent driver's licence. Working knowledge of basic arithmetic and ability to perform mathematical calculations. Ability to lift and transport agricultural supplies, tools, and equipment, to climb and to perform extensive standing and walking.