Agricultural Facilities Technician.-Career and Technology Education (M4)
Job Posting ID: 316
Location(s): CAREER & TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
Employment Type: Full Time
Job Type: Nonexempt
Posted Date: 05/14/2026
Deadline: Until Filled
Pay: $18.42 - $25.04
Summary
Reports To: Career and Technology Education Assistant Director Pay Grade: [M4] -260 Days Hours: 7 am - 4 pm (40 Hr work Week)
Primary Purpose
Support the daily operation, cleanliness, safety, and maintenance of the agricultural barn and related facilities. Ensure a safe and functional environment for students, staff, and livestock by performing custodial duties, basic maintenance, and grounds upkeep in both indoor and outdoor agricultural settings.
Qualifications
Education/Certification:
- High School Diploma preferred
- Valid Texas driver's license preferred Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Basic knowledge of livestock facilities, animal care environments, and barn operations preferred
- Ability to operate cleaning equipment, hand tools, and basic power tools
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work independently in outdoor environments
- Knowledge of farm equipment and implements
Experience:
- Experience in custodial work, maintenance, agriculture, or livestock environments preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Clean and maintain barns, animal pens, wash racks, tack rooms, restrooms, and storage areas
- Monitor and maintain safe, clean environments for student animal projects
- Assist in maintaining proper drainage and preventing flooding in barn areas
- Repair and maintain fencing, gates, pens, and livestock containment systems
- Perform minor facility repairs and report major maintenance needs
- Maintain walkways, work areas, and common spaces to ensure student safety
- Support setup and breakdown for livestock shows, student projects, and events
- Operate and maintain equipment and tools following safety procedures
- Assist with moving equipment, materials, and supplies as needed
- Follow all district policies, safety procedures, and agricultural facility guidelines
- Collaborate with Security Systems Specialist, agriculture teachers, and CTE Department for student/guest access to the agriculture facility including assisting with additions, deletions, reports, and maintenance of gates and gate control systems.
- Accurate and consistent use of district time clock program and work order tracking system.
EQUIPMENT USED:
- Ability to operate District computers and related technologies, farm tractors and implements, lawn tractors and implements, farm and ranch tools, livestock equipment, custodial supplies and equipment, a truck with trailer, landscape tools and implements, and a variety of hand and power tools.
Working Conditions
Mental Demands:
- Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with staff
- Maintain organization and attention to detail in a fast-paced, hands-on environment Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and climbing
- Ability to lift and carry moderate to heavy loads
- Work primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain)
- Exposure to dust, odors, noise, and biological elements including livestock
- Work on uneven, muddy, or slippery surfaces
- Valid Texas Driver's License with a driving record that meets the requirements of the District.
- Individual must pass a pre-employment physical examination to include vision, hearing, alcohol and drug testing.
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The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and essential responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or qualifications that may be required.
The District reserves the right to amend the essential responsibilities for this position.
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This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
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