Agricultural Technician

6 days ago

Carson City, Nevada, United States Department of Food & Agriculture Full time
Job Title: Agricultural Technician

Join the Department of Food & Agriculture as an Agricultural Technician, playing a vital role in ensuring the integrity of California's agricultural industry.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to perform regulatory inspections on vehicles and commodities to prevent the introduction of unwanted pests into California. As an Agricultural Technician, you will work under the supervision of the Station Manager or Shift Supervisor, or the direction of the designated lead staff, to ensure compliance with regulations and protect the state's agricultural resources.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct inspections of vehicles and commodities to detect and prevent the introduction of unwanted pests.
  • Read and interpret shipping manifests and quarantine certificates to determine the contents and admissibility of commercial shipments.
  • Use printed and electronic reference materials to determine the admissibility of private shipments of plant material.
  • Complete on-the-job training to learn and keep abreast of changes in regulations and vehicle inspection procedures.
  • Sample and inspect rejected or regulated commodities for pest infestation.
  • Compare collected specimens with samples or printed or electronic reference materials to make a preliminary identification of common pests.
  • Preserve and ship suspect pest specimens to laboratory for identification.
  • Dispose of rejected commodities by grinding, burning, or placement in dumpster.
Working Conditions

The majority of the job duties are performed outdoors, in the private vehicle and truck inspection areas approximately 90% of the time. When working outdoors, the employee may be exposed to high-low temperature changes and variable climatic conditions such as rain, fog, dust, fumes, gases, and odors. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Employees are routinely assigned to work weekends and holidays, and rotating shifts including day, evening, and night.

Requirements

Priority consideration will be given to applicants receiving state public assistance under the CalWORKs or Temporary Assistance for Needy Family (TANF) programs. Applicants who receive state public assistance need to identify their status as a CalWORKs or TANF recipient in the "Comments" section of the application. Applicants must submit verification of CalWORKs or TANF eligibility.

Benefits

As a state employee, you will be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off. You will also have access to training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career advancement.

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