Agricultural Technician III

2 weeks ago


Sacramento, California, United States State of California Full time
Pest Detection and Eradication Specialist III Job Summary

Under the direction of the Agriculture Program Supervisor I and guidance from the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory), the incumbent independently performs the most complex, varied, and responsible duties of a pest detection Agricultural Technician III. This includes planning, organizing, and directing the work of a small crew for various fruit fly delimitation programs, deploying and servicing a variety of insect traps, surveying designated areas for host trees and trap sites, documenting work completed, identifying suspect target insects, interacting with the public, assisting in the training of newly hired trappers, leading fruit removal, and performing various insect/disease surveys for the emergency eradication of targeted pests.

Key Responsibilities
  • Direct and lead a small crew of seasonal employees on proper host identification, drawing property diagrams, biological aspects of the pests, etc.
  • Operate a State vehicle to travel to designated trapping areas to service traps and survey for hosts.
  • Act as a backup trapper, surveyor, pesticide applicator, and lead fruit/tree removal for emergency projects.
  • Keep accurate records of survey activities, including placement, servicing, and relocation of traps, areas surveyed, description of area/host condition.
  • Interact with the public in a professional manner.
Working Conditions

The duties of this position are primarily conducted outdoors, with exposure to extremes of weather and temperature, varying lighting conditions, and regular exposure to dust, pollen, and moisture. The incumbent must have a safe driving record and be able to apply pesticides, haul loads of fruit and/or removed trees, perform survey work, and work well under extreme time constraints.

Requirements
  • A valid California Drivers License (CDL) is required.
  • The incumbent must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during the course of work.
  • Ability to work well under pressure, cooperate with other staff members, communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and meet required deadlines.


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