Pecan Research Technician — Field & Data Ops

US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS); Brownwood (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

USDA Agricultural Research Service’s Crop Germplasm Research Unit in Brownwood, TX seeks a technical specialist to support pecan cultivar research, operating farm and irrigation equipment on about 250 acres of orchards and assisting with field experiments.

The role emphasizes hands-on duties, data collection, equipment maintenance, and collaboration with scientists to advance sustainable pecan production for U.S. farmers.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in field and farm work related to plant research or crop production.
• Experience collecting samples for plant research and organizing data is preferred.
• Ability to operate standard farm equipment (tractors, sprayers, rakes, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Operate farm and irrigation equipment to manage ~250 acres of pecan orchards.
• Assist in field research activities and data recording for pecan cultivar development.

Skills

Tractor operation

Irrigation systems

Data collection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Crop Science or related field

Tools

Farm equipment

Job description

USDA Agricultural Research Service’s Crop Germplasm Research Unit in Brownwood, TX seeks a technical specialist to support pecan cultivar research, operating farm and irrigation equipment on about 250 acres of orchards and assisting with field experiments.

The role emphasizes hands-on duties, data collection, equipment maintenance, and collaboration with scientists to advance sustainable pecan production for U.S. farmers.