Agricultural Technician Iii; Seasonal

Job Description and Duties

Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

Under the direction of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory), the incumbent performs field work related to pest detection and emergency response, follows an established work routine to deploy and service a variety of insect traps, and surveys designated areas for host trees and trap sites.

The incumbent will work on entomological or plant pest field and laboratory work. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to: following an established work routine to schedule surveys, deployment and servicing for a variety of insect traps, various aspects of pesticide applications, conducting visual survey of designated areas for host material, pest damage (such as Exotic Wood Borer, Cereal Leaf Beetle, etc.),

documentation of work completed, field identification of suspect target insects, interaction with the public (notification for property and field surveys), and packaging and electronic data entry of suspect insects for submission to the identification lab.

As an employee of the California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA), you are required to perform the “essential functions” of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. If you are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, then CDFA is the place for you!!

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The CDFA does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement
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