Agricultural Technician II

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 31,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina, Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, is seeking an Agricultural Technician II at Cherry Research Station to support livestock operations, including feeding, health care, and newborn management.

This role requires rotating shifts, willingness to work extended hours, and adherence to biosecurity and safety guidelines; applicants must possess a HS diploma or GED and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of livestock production and animal husbandry practices.
• Ability to work with cattle, swine, and other livestock following strict biosecurity guidelines.
• Basic understanding of crop production and pasture management practices.
• Ability to perform long periods of repetitive reaching, stooping, standing, bending, and lifting of 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform all essential tasks in adverse weather conditions and in close proximity to livestock.

Responsibilities

• Milk cows on a scheduled rotating shift, which may require early morning or late evening work.
• Perform pasture management and forage production activities.
• Assist with facility, equipment, and general farm maintenance and repairs.
• Perform routine livestock husbandry activities
• Operate farm equipment and perform other duties associated with general agricultural and farm operations.

Skills

Livestock husbandry

Cattle & swine handling

Crop & pasture management

Physical stamina

Biosecurity compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Driver Certificate

Job description

Agency

Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services

Division

Agriculture Consumer Service

Job Classification Title

Agricultural Technician II (S)

Position Number

60012587

Grade

NC02

About Us

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.

Description Of Work

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

Cherry Research Station is hiring an Agricultural Technician II to support agricultural operations, primarily in livestock production. This position requires the employee to participate in all facets of livestock husbandry, including feeding, animal health and medical care, newborn animal management, and general livestock care.

Key Responsibilities

• Milk cows on a scheduled rotating shift, which may require early morning or late evening work.
• Perform pasture management and forage production activities.
• Assist with facility, equipment, and general farm maintenance and repairs.
• Perform routine livestock husbandry activities
• Operate farm equipment and perform other duties associated with general agricultural and farm operations.

The individual in this position will be required to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis as workload and operational needs require. The position may also perform other duties as assigned in support of the station’s general farm operations.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $31,200 - $49,000

• General knowledge of livestock production and animal husbandry practices.
• Ability to work with cattle, swine, and other livestock following strict biosecurity guidelines.
• Basic understanding of crop production and pasture management practices.
• Ability to perform long periods of repetitive reaching, stooping, standing, bending, and lifting of 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform all essential tasks in adverse weather conditions and in close proximity to livestock.

Must possess or qualify for certification/licensure within 12 months of employment for the following

• Forklift Driver Certificate

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.

Minimum Education And Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

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.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.