Job Title:
*AgTEC Smart Farm Specialist
Company: Merced College
Location: Merced, CA
Created: 2026-05-09
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Under the supervision of the Director of Farm Operations or designee, the Ag. TEC Smart Farm Specialist assists in daily farm operations supporting the Ag. TEC Innovation Center and instructional farm. The position focuses on implementing and maintaining sustainable and technology-enhanced farming practices, including crop production, irrigation management, equipment operation, harvesting, planting, weed and pest control, and general facility upkeep. The Specialist will help support applied learning opportunities for students by maintaining an efficient, safe, and innovative Smart Farm environment that models industry standards. Examples of Duties REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:Assist with all aspects of farm production, including soil preparation, planting, cultivation, irrigation, pest and weed control, harvesting, and post-harvest handling. Operate, maintain, and assist with preventative maintenance on tractors, implements, irrigation systems, and other farm machinery, tools, and equipme...Farm, Specialist, Equipment Maintenance, Operations, Irrigation, Systems