Agricultural Technician II

Ncagr; Wayne (NJ); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services seeks an Agricultural Technician II at Cherry Research Station in Wayne County, NC. The role focuses on livestock husbandry, milking cows on rotating shifts, and supporting herd health and facility maintenance.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED with 1 year of related experience, familiarity with biosecurity, and willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school or 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.
• Must qualify for Forklift Driver Certificate within 12 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Milk cows on a scheduled rotating shift (early mornings or late evenings).
• 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 support general agricultural operations.

Skills

Livestock husbandry

Cattle handling

Biosecurity practices

Pasture management

Education

High school diploma or GED

One year livestock/crop care or lab experience

Tools

Forklift driver certificate

Job description

Agricultural Technician II page is loaded## Agricultural Technician IIlocations: Wayne County, NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: October 8, 2026 (4 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR-124468**Agency**Dept of Agriculture, Consumer Services**Division**Agriculture Consumer Service**Job Classification Title**Agricultural Technician II (S)**Position Number**60012587**Grade**NC02The 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. \\***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 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.**Recruiter:**Alyssa Bartholomew Hollick**Recruiter Email:** **[e-mail]**