Agricultural Technician

7 days ago

Visalia, California, United States Department of Food & Agriculture Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Agricultural Technician to join our team at the Department of Food and Agriculture. As an Agricultural Technician, you will play a critical role in the prevention and spread of Pierce's Disease and the glassy-winged sharpshooter.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deploy insect traps in commercial citrus areas and among other selected crops, utilizing a state vehicle to monitor GWSS activity.
  • Inspect insect traps bi-weekly for detection of GWSS and other pests, as needed, in a designated territory.
  • Implement field survey techniques in agricultural areas, using a state vehicle to effectively detect GWSS infestation and activity in a timely manner.
  • Interact with the public in a professional manner and develop a cordial relationship with property owners or growers to enable continued access to properties for current and future surveys and trap placements.
  • Recognize GWSS and other important pests currently under quarantine or advisories to properly identify potential infestations and allow for coordinated program response.
  • Recover and sort GWSS traps deployed at citrus orchards to send for Asian citrus psyllid (ACP) screening to CDFA Pest Detection and Emergency Projects (PD/EP).
  • Conduct other duties as requested by the PDCP HQ to accomplish its goal in controlling the spread of GWSS and Pierce's Disease.
  • Provide temporary technical assistance as instructed by Supervisor(s) on other duties of PDCP Visalia Field Station, such as GWSS biological control tasks, facility maintenance, and warehouse operation.
Working Conditions

The duties of this position occur primarily outdoors at a variety of agricultural field and nursery locations, including unpaved roads and private property throughout the state under various types of weather conditions. The incumbent typically works outside alone in agricultural field settings, inspecting insect traps daily while operating a state motor vehicle.

Requirements
  • Maintain a valid CA Driver's License and a safe driving record as documented by the Department of Motor Vehicles to operate a state motor vehicle safely and responsibly.

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