Research Farm Assistant - Vineyard/Orchard Worker at The Ohio State University

Job Title: Farm Coordinator 1

Location: OSU Ashtabula Agricultural Research Station – Grape Research Facility

Address: 2625 S Ridge E, Kingsville, OH 44048

Position Type: Intermittent, Part-Time

Position Summary:

The Farm Coordinator 1 supports agricultural research and farm operations at the OSU Ashtabula Agricultural Research Station. This role involves assisting with data sample collection, crop harvesting, equipment operation, and general farm maintenance. The position requires flexibility to work according to crop, soil, and weather conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with data sample collection for agricultural research projects
• Support vineyard and orchard harvest activities
• Sort, count, weigh crop samples, and record measurements
• Assist with planting, pruning, and fruit processing operations
• Summarize and enter research data accurately
• Operate tractors and other farm machinery
• Maintain facilities, grounds, and equipment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
• Ability to stoop, kneel, and perform physical tasks for extended periods
• 0 years of relevant experience required

Preferred Qualifications:

• 0–2 years of experience in agricultural or farm operations

Work Schedule:

Intermittent and flexible, based on seasonal and weather-related needs.

This job profile is a Farm Coordinator 1 (T1 level) position on the career roadmap.

The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, unit’s available budget, and the candidate’s qualifications

Intermittent 0.2 First Shift