Research Technician I

Agrilife; Vernon (TX); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M AgriLife Research in Vernon, TX is seeking a Research Technician I to support seed production activities. The role involves harvesting, cleaning and bagging seed, plus assisting in field evaluations and equipment maintenance.

The position is full-time and hourly, requiring a high school diploma and familiarity with farm work. A valid Texas driver’s license is needed; pesticide licensing is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; pesticide licensing preferred.
• Interest in field crops and seed handling; ability to work with others.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and basic safety compliance.
• Experience with farm work or field equipment is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Harvest, transport, store, condition and distribute seed.
• Assist in evaluating production fields and rogueing for quality contaminants.
• Help procure stocks, materials and maintain logs and inventories.
• Perform maintenance on machinery and train seasonal staff.

Skills

Farm work

Teamwork

Verbal instructions

Driver's license

Follow safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Pesticide Applicators License

Job description

Research Technician I# Improving lives through science and technology## Research Technician IApply: Vernon, TX: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-096767**Job Title**Research Technician I**Agency**Texas A&M Agrilife Research**Department**Vernon**Proposed Minimum Salary**$16.00 hourly**Job Location**Vernon, Texas**Job Type**Staff**Job Description****About Texas A&M AgriLife**Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:* Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service* Texas A&M AgriLife Research* College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University* Texas A&M Forest Service* Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic LaboratoryAs the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.Click **here** to learn more about how ***you*** can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!**Position Information**The Research Technician I, under general supervision performs entry level, semi-skilled, technical support research work involving performance of routine tasks. This position assists in the production, harvesting, cleaning, and bagging of seed.**Responsibilities:*** Perform or assist in the harvest, transport, storage, conditioning, and distribution of seed. Travel as required, even though it may not be at convenient times.* Assist in the evaluation of production fields and rogue or supervise rogueing for genetic and quality contaminants necessary to meet the quality standards set by TDA.* Assist in estimating needs, procurement and maintenance of the kind and quantity of stocks and materials needed (seed, bags, tags, chemicals, supplies, etc.) necessary for various operations.* Perform the repair, maintenance or modification of all machinery and equipment used in the daily operation.* Maintain records such as vehicle mileage reports, seed inventory, vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair logs, etc.* Assist in training part-time employees in all aspects of seed production and conditioning, including the operation, maintenance, modification, repair and safety of equipment and materials.* Perform other job-related duties as required.**Required Qualifications:*** High school diploma or equivalent experience.* Two years of related experience.* Familiarity with farm work and field equipment.* Ability to work well with others and follow verbal instructions.* Valid Texas driver’s license.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Certified Pesticide Applicators License**Other Requirements:*** Must be able to perform field, greenhouse and nursery work with plants.**What You Need to Know****Salary:** Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications. This is an hourly paid position.**Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?**When you choose to ***work*** for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:* Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums* 12-15 days of annual paid holidays* Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month* Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas* Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife**Applicant Instructions**Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.