Agricultural Technician

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services seeks an Agricultural Technician II to support research in the Livestock Unit. Ideal candidates will have experience in animal and crop production, with tasks including livestock management and pasture upkeep. Full-time position offers comprehensive benefits, including paid holidays and vacation leave.

Benefits

Twelve paid holidays annually

Fourteen days of vacation leave

Twelve days of sick leave annually

Full financial and health benefits

Qualifications

• Must document all required knowledge and experience in the application.
• Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Medical clearance for respirators is needed within the first year.

Responsibilities

• Feed and care for beef and swine livestock.
• Manage pasture and forage production.
• Maintain accurate records of all animal data.

Skills

Knowledge of general agricultural animal production

Understanding of crop production

Ability to effectively operate and maintain tractors

Education

High school or GED diploma

Tools

Forklift Driver Certificate

Job description

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Description Of Work

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Tidewater Research Station is hiring an Agricultural Technician II with growth potential for a fulfilling career in agriculture. Our mission is to serve as a platform for agricultural research to make farming more efficient, productive, and profitable, while maintaining a sound environment and providing consumers with safe and affordable products

This Agricultural Technician II position will support research efforts in the Livestock Unit. Our ideal candidate will have experience in general animal agricultural production, pasture and forage production, and general farming practices. This position will require some rotating shift, weekend, holiday, and overtime work depending on station needs.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Tasks related to beef and swine livestock production such as feeding and general care of animals.
• Tasks related to pasture management and forage production.
• Maintaining accurate records of all animal data
• Maintain and repair buildings when required.
  
  

Benefits Include

• Twelve Paid Holidays annually.
• At least fourteen days of vacation leave and twelve days of sick leave annually.
• Three days of community service leave annually.
  
  

A full range of financial and health benefits including a retirement plan, supplemental retirement/deferred compensation programs, vision, dental, health and life insurance.

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The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.

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Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of the Experience and Education listed on the application.

To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:

• Knowledge of general agricultural animal production.
• Understanding of crop production and pasture management.
• Ability to effectively operate and maintain tractors, mowers, and associated farm equipment.
• Must have a Valid driver’s license.
  
  

Must possess the following at the time of application or qualify for certification within twelve months of employment:

• Forklift Driver Certificate
• Medical clearance to wear a half mask or full-face respirator with cartridges.
  
  

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

You may qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience, either through years of education or years of directly related experience, or a combination of both.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and one year of experience in the general care and management of animals or crops, or laboratory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience.

Please follow the instructions to apply online. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and experience. Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application. Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22.

All Law Enforcement positions, aviation safety-sensitive positions, and positions requiring a Pilot's License or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing. All positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals. Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment. If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire, then the CDL will become a requirement for the position.

* Note: When required, you must answer the question(s) for this position, or your application will be considered incomplete. *

Questions regarding this posting? Contact 919-707-3201.

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