Research Technician I

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays & leave

Job summary

Texas A&M University’s Vernon campus seeks a Research Technician I to support seed production, harvesting, cleaning and bagging under general supervision.

This entry-level role performs routine technical tasks, requiring teamwork, attention to safety, and the ability to follow instructions. The position offers hourly pay and opportunities within a large agri-life program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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
• 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

Skills

Teamwork

Verbal instructions

Texas driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of related experience

Tools

Farm equipment familiarity

Job description

Job Details

• Title: Research Technician I
• Proposed Minimum Salary: $16.00 hourly
• Location: Vernon, Texas
• Job Type: Staff

About Texas A&M AgriLife

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.

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

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?

• 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

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees.

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The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.