Advisory Cotton Ginner 1 (Onsite)
$114,400,000–$114,400,000 year
On-siteStoneville, Mississippi, United States
Job Summary
Provide insight on Cotton Ginning Research Unit historical and current machinery installations and assist with the operation, maintenance, and upgrading of ginning infrastructure. Operate full-scale cotton gin plants and small-scale ginning machinery, including gin stands, cylinder cleaners, stick machines, extractors, lint cleaners, and bale presses. Advise on the installation and modification of ginning equipment and assist researchers in determining appropriate machine settings. Perform light lifting and climb ladders to traverse cat-walks and work platforms within research facilities. Adhere to lock out/tag out procedures and wear hearing protection during maintenance tasks. This role offers $55/hour for 20 hours/week and requires a minimum of 35 years of experience in cotton ginning equipment operation or a high school diploma.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 35 year(s) of experience in cotton ginning equipment operation and maintenance
- Detailed knowledge of cotton ginning
- Experience with installation, maintenance, and modifications of cotton ginning machinery to include gin stands, cylinder cleaners, stick machines, extractors, lint cleaners, and bale presses
- Previous work experience to understand the health and safety considerations of working in a cotton gin
- Light lifting abilities
- Mobility to climb ladders and traverse cat-walks and work platforms within research facilities
- Awareness of hearing protection requirements
- Awareness of lock out/tag out procedures before performing maintenance on equipment
Desired Qualifications
- HS/GED Degree
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