Agricultural Technician III

1 week ago


Bakersfield, California, United States Department of Food & Agriculture Full time
Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory), the Agricultural Technician III (Seasonal) in a lead capacity organizes and directs the work of a medium-size crew for GWSS trapping to prevent and spread of Pierce's disease and the glassy-winged sharpshooter (GWSS). The incumbent as a program expert performs the most complex and responsible duties under field and office setting for GWSS trapping operation.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Plan, organize and assign the work of field crews in order to deploy GWSS traps at the field sites with citrus, grapevines, other selected crops in Kern County.
  • Conduct and oversee GWSS trapping operation at agricultural field sites to effectively monitor GWSS activities.
  • Recognize both GWSS and other important pests currently under quarantine or advisories in order to properly identify potential infestations and allow for coordinated program response.
  • Recover and sort GWSS traps deployed at citrus orchards in order to send the traps for Asian citrus psyllid (ACP) screening to CDFA Pest Detection and Emergency Projects (PD/EP).
  • Maintain business vehicle, trapping and office equipment, and supplies in a good condition suitable for GWSS trapping activities.
  • Routinely monitor the status of trapping equipment and vehicles, to request timely repair and maintenance.
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 setting, inspecting insect traps daily while operating a state motor vehicle.

Special Requirements:

The incumbent must 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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