This Temporary position is located at Rosemount's Research & Outreach Center (RROC) in Rosemount, MN

Major Areas of Responsibility for this position are as follows
Operate various types of mowers to cut grass in lawns, landscaped areas, and ditches
Operate weed whip around landscaped areas, buildings
Clear grounds of organic debris, trash
Identify equipment issues and perform basic equipment tasks like filling tires with air or filling the gas tank
Operate power drills
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:
A valid driver's license
Ability to work in teams and work collaboratively across programs

Desired Qualifications:
Experience working alone outdoors
Appreciation for research activities and patience to work in research setting
Ability to be self motivated and manage time effectively

Rosemount Research & Outreach Center (RROC) connects agricultural and food production research to growers and producers and provides a window into the University of Minnesota for urban and suburban citizens who depend on agriculture for their daily needs. Research at the center is dedicated to improving the productivity of Minnesota's agriculture and natural resource industries while enhancing our natural environment and protecting our limited resources.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).