AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN II (SEASONAL)

Department Of Food & Agriculture; California; On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Train access

Job summary

CDFA (California Department of Food and Agriculture) is seeking an Agricultural Technician II (Seasonal) in Orange County. Under supervision, you will receive and prepare agricultural samples, perform extractions, and conduct chemical analyses using validated methods.

You may lead sample throughput for analysis and special projects as assigned. The role requires a valid California CDL and the ability to work indoors in a controlled environment.

Qualifications

• Valid California Driver's License (CDL) is required.

Responsibilities

• Receive and prepare agricultural samples and perform sample extraction.
• Conduct chemical analysis using validated methods and maintain records.
• Assist in validation and modification of methods; may lead throughput for analysis and special projects.

Skills

CDL required

Job description

Job Posting: AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN II (SEASONAL)

Department of Food & Agriculture

JC-537333

JC-537333 - AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN II (SEASONAL)

$19.02 - $22.69 per Hour

Final Filing Date: 11/12/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account), By Mail Drop-off

Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

Under general supervision of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisor), the incumbent will receive and prepare agricultural samples, perform sample extraction and chemical analysis using validated methods; maintain records and prepare reports; assist in validation and modification of methods. The Agricultural Technician II will, as needed, serve as a lead over sample throughput for analysis and special projects, as assigned.

As an employee of the California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA), you are required to perform the "essential functions" of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. If you are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, then CDFA is the place for you!!

This location has free parking and is conveniently located within walking distance from an Amtrack/Metrolink train station. It is adjacent to downtown Fullerton where there is a plethora of restaurants, cafes, and retail shops and less than 5 miles from downtown Anaheim and Disneyland!

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The CDFA does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

The duties of this job are performed indoors most of the time. The employee’s workplace is the CAC. All equipment needed for completing the required tasks will be provided. The buildings have an air-conditioning/heating system. The employee may be exposed to fumes, gases, or odors in certain work areas.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Available Positions

1

Work Location

Orange County

Telework

In Office

Department Information

The Mission of the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is to safeguard a resilient food system and promote an equitable marketplace, cultivating a California grown food supply that is globally recognized for innovation, quality, and sustainability. The Center for Analytical Chemistry (CAC) provides analytical expertise in environmental, food, and fertilizer safety, and in issues concerning crop protection, farm worker safety, data gathering activities, and emergency response. The Center is comprised of two main programs: Environmental Safety and Food Safety. The Environmental Safety laboratories (ESL) provide vital analytical support to the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) and California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA) by performing soil, water, and air analyses mandated by various environmental laws; monitoring pesticide exposure of field workers; and by performing regulatory testing of pesticides for label compliance. ESL also assists the Feed, Fertilizer, and Livestock Drugs Regulatory Services branch (FFLDRS) through the provision of label compliance testing of commercial fertilizers. The Food Safety laboratories (FSL) support DPR, US Department of Agriculture (USDA), and US Environmental Protection Agency (US‑EPA) in their legislative tasks as well as the California County Agricultural Commissioners in their enforcement activities by conducting chemical analyses on environmental and food samples to monitor for and collect data on hazardous agrochemicals such as pesticides and their metabolites. The independent Quality Assurance (QA) section provides support to the CAC in the implementation and management of International Standards Organization (ISO) 17025 accreditation program, quality assurance of its testing activities, method reviews and validation and compliance audits.

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

EEO Officer

[phone]

[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Information

Employment History on the STD 678 (State Application) must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute for a completed state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 may be disqualified.

Please do not include any confidential information such as social security number, marital status, ethnicity, age, salary or disability information on any of the documentation uploaded with your online application.

If the classification you are applying for has an education requirement, transcripts will be required to verify you meet the minimum qualifications of the classification. Please be sure to redact any confidential information before uploading your transcripts.

Upon hire you may be required to provide official sealed transcripts or an original degree or certificate.

Applicants with foreign degrees may be asked to provide an official foreign transcript evaluation which indicates course work is equivalent to a degree from an accredited U.S. College or University.

This position may require a medical clearance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.