Lab & Field Technician — Insect Rearing (OPS IV)

Florida; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State group insurance

457b Deferred Compensation Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Plant Industry, OPS Laboratory Technician IV, works in a lab and field settings to rear insects for biological control. The role involves maintaining insect colonies, data recording, and assisting field operations in Florida.

Occasional travel is required, and the OPS position is full-time. Requires a high school diploma and 4 years in a lab or biological sciences.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or its equivalent and four (4) years of experience in a laboratory, the biological sciences or related field.
• Education substitution allows college/training hours for experience with relevant science coursework.
• Possession of a valid Driver License.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily maintenance of insect colonies and monitor environmental conditions.
• Prepare and maintain records of activities and data entries.
• Assist with field work including pest scouting and data collection.
• Maintain inventory and proper storage of supplies and equipment.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Insect rearing

Lab equipment handling

Data collection/recording

Independent work

Communication skills

Following technical instructions

Education

HS diploma

Tools

Growth chambers

Microscopes

Analytical balances

Glassware

Job description

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Plant Industry, OPS Laboratory Technician IV, works in a lab and field settings to rear insects for biological control. The role involves maintaining insect colonies, data recording, and assisting field operations in Florida.

Occasional travel is required, and the OPS position is full-time. Requires a high school diploma and 4 years in a lab or biological sciences.