Research Technician I

Texas A&M University System; Vernon (AL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M Agrilife Research in Vernon, Texas seeks a Research Technician I to support seed production and field operations. The role performs entry-level technical tasks under supervision, including harvesting, cleaning, and bagging seed, and assisting with equipment maintenance.

Requirements include a high school diploma, two years of related experience, familiarity with farm work and field equipment, and a valid Texas driver’s license. The position offers hourly pay and benefits.

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform or assist in the harvest, transport, storage, conditioning, and distribution of seed.
• Assist in evaluating production fields and rogueing for contaminants to meet quality standards.
• Assist in estimating needs, procurement and maintenance of stocks and materials for various operations.
• Perform the repair, maintenance or modification of machinery and equipment used daily.
• Maintain records such as vehicle mileage reports and seed inventory.
• Assist in training part-time employees in seed production and conditioning, including operation, maintenance, safety of equipment and materials.
• Perform other job-related duties as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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 Laboratory

As 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.

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 leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.