Farm Property Specialist

Minimum Requirements
 High school diploma or equivalent.
 Five years of full-time, paid experience performs general to specialized property work
covering barns, equipment, machinery, livestock and grounds.
 All work experience related to the position must be included on the resume.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
 Demonstrated knowledge of:
o practices, methods and techniques, tools, materials and equipment which are
essential to managing farm production functions, livestock, gardens, orchards,
and crops.
o maintenance principles, practices, tools, and equipment for maintaining and
repairing farm grounds, structures, and related facilities.
o principles and standard practices as they apply to maintenance and repair of
open spaces, parks, and farm related structures, including irrigation work.
 Demonstrated ability to:
o perform a variety of maintenance and repair of farm-related structures with
accuracy, speed, and minimal supervision.
o learn and apply proper techniques to manage grounds using the proper
equipment.
o make minor building and equipment repairs.
o perform vigorous manual work which may need to be performed during inclement
weather.
o understand and follow written and oral instructions.
o communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
o establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Certificates/Licenses
Possession of a Class B Commercial Driver’s License valid to operate a motor vehicle in
the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to appointment and during tenure of
appointment. Must obtain and maintain OSHA 10 Hour General Industry (Agriculture)
certification.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work
being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed
as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so
classified.

Nondiscrimination
The School District of Philadelphia provides equal employment opportunities to all
employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, age, creed,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, disability, pregnancy, marital
status, gender identity, or genetic information. Please refer to Board Policy 348 for
further information regarding the District's commitment to Nondiscrimination in
Employment Practices.