Agricultural Field Technician: Irrigation & Equipment

AgUpdate; Exeter (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources in Exeter, CA is seeking an Agricultural Technician to support field operations in diverse crop environments. You will help set up drip, furrow, flood and sprinkler irrigation, operate tractors and trucks, and assist with routine equipment maintenance and safety checks.

The role involves assisting with chemical mixing, pesticide safety, and occasional support for tours, field days, and conferences.

Qualifications

• Experience operating agricultural equipment in field crops.
• Ability to identify and set up irrigation systems (drip, furrow, flood, sprinkler).
• Knowledge of safe work practices for field trials and chemical applications.
• Understanding of cultural practices for field, row and vegetable crops.
• Familiarity with pesticide regulations and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general agricultural operations in field, row and vegetable crops.
• Set up irrigation systems and operate farm equipment and vehicles.
• Assist with occasional data collection, tours, and field days.

Skills

Equipment operation

Hand tools

Power tools

Safe field practices

Pesticide regulations

Tools

Tractors

Sprayers

Job description

University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources in Exeter, CA is seeking an Agricultural Technician to support field operations in diverse crop environments. You will help set up drip, furrow, flood and sprinkler irrigation, operate tractors and trucks, and assist with routine equipment maintenance and safety checks.

The role involves assisting with chemical mixing, pesticide safety, and occasional support for tours, field days, and conferences.