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Senior Agricultural Technician - Kearney REC - Parlier, CA, Job ID 68636

Senior Agricultural Technician - Kearney REC - Parlier, CA, Job ID 68636

University of California Agriculture and Natural ResourcesParlier, CA, United States
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Senior Agricultural Technician - Kearney REC - Parlier, CA, Job ID 68636

University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources

Job Description

The Senior Agricultural Technician position performs all phases of cultural practices including operation of complex farm equipment, layout / installation and operation of irrigation systems, pesticide / chemical applications, lead person for seasonal farm labor, and assists with the maintenance of physical plant and equipment.

This position is a career appointment that is 100% fixed.

Pay Scale : $22.87 / hour to $26.78 / hour

Job Posting Close Date :

This job is open until filled. The first application review date will be 05 / 23 / 2024.

Key Responsibilities :

60%

CROP CARE / MAINTENANCE

  • Perform land preparation and cultural operations for row, tree, landscape and ornamental crops, including but not limited to : plowing, discing, subsoiling, leveling, bedding, fertilizing, planting, and harvesting.
  • Determine proper soil and / or crop conditions to work the field or perform cultural activities. Select, setup and operate appropriate equipment and implements to achieve research project and Center goals.
  • Provide plant care and maintenance including weeding, pruning, hedging, thinning of leaves and limbs, removal of trees and shrubs and harvesting of fruit.
  • Perform chemical applications including pesticides and fertilizers.
  • Perform layout, installation and operation of irrigation systems including 4" aluminum pipes, inline drip irrigation or micro sprinklers.
  • Instruct seasonal farm labor in the performance of these activities.
  • Maintain assigned records and logs for crop care activities.

20%

SAMPLES AND EVENTS

  • Assist with and / or perform collection of fruit, soil and plant samples for yield or other data as required by project.
  • Assist with preparation of field days and conduct tours.
  • 15%

    EQUIPMENT AND FACILITIES OPERATIONS

  • Perform equipment repair and maintenance.
  • Assist with the upkeep and maintenance of Center roads, drainage ditches, and fences.
  • Assist with building repair and maintenance including minor carpentry, masonry and painting activities.
  • Select and operate hand, power and earthmoving equipment as required, including but not limited to, backhoe and bulldozer.
  • 5%

    VERTEBRATE PEST CONTROL

  • Perform prescribed vertebrate pest control activities according to Center policy and established practices including monitoring activity, maintenance of logs and records, trapping, baiting, and exclusion.
  • Requirements :

  • Three years of agricultural experience with a demonstrated ability to operate heavy and / or complex agricultural equipment or a demonstrated ability to perform at a skilled level within an area of specialization.
  • Obtain Qualified Applicator's Certificate within one year of hire.
  • Ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic calculations.
  • Skills to perform land preparation, cultivation and maintenance tasks including complex operations with tractors and equipment.
  • Skills to independently select, setup and operate appropriate equipment for assigned tasks.
  • Skills using computer systems including Work, Excel, Access, Outlook, and other computer programs.
  • Skills to calibrate, set up and operate equipment for accurate chemical applications.
  • Knowledge of plant culture.
  • Knowledge of cultural practices for research in row, tree and ornamental crops.
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions to complete tasks and meet project specifications.
  • Ability to follow all safety procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
  • Ability to follow pesticide label instructions.
  • Ability to safely handle chemicals and hazardous materials.
  • Preferred Skills :

  • Skills to operate farm, hand and power equipment safely and properly.
  • Skills to identify vertebrate pests, habitat and damage, and perform appropriate control measures.
  • Skills to perform building and equipment repair and service.
  • Skills to maintain roads, small buildings, fences, and drainage ditches.
  • Understanding of research activities.
  • Ability to read and interpret plot maps to assist researchers with work on their plots.
  • Ability to instruct contract labor lead in the safe and proper performance of cultural activities and sample collection.
  • Special Conditions of Employment :

  • Overtime and occasional weekend work as needed, usually on short notice to meet operational needs may be requested.
  • Must possess valid California Driver's License to drive a County or University vehicle. Ability and means to travel on a flexible schedule as needed, proof of liability damage insurance on vehicle used is required. Reimbursement of job-related travel will be reimbursed according to University policies.
  • The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check. This is a designated position requiring a background check and may require fingerprinting due to the nature of the job responsibilities. UC ANR does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities.
  • As of January 1, 2014, ANR is a smoke- and tobacco-free environment in which smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes), is strictly prohibited.
  • To apply, please visit : https : / / careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu / psc / ucanr / EMPLOYEE / HRMS / c / HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&JobOpeningId=68636&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=17&languageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant

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