Agricultural Technician Parlier, CA, Job ID 81619

Agricultural Technician Parlier, CA, Job ID 81619

University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources

Job Description

Under the general direction of the Supervisor, the Agricultural Technician will assist in training small farmers and growers on the effective use of various agricultural technologies and equipment. Through showcases, grower field days, and workshops, the Agricultural Technician will demonstrate the latest agricultural innovations from precision farming tools to advanced machinery, and will be at the forefront of empowering farmers to optimize their operations. In addition, the Agricultural Technician will assist in delivering comprehensive training sessions to farmers on the proper use and maintenance of equipment and promote a culture of safety, and reduce the risk of accidents in the field.

Additionally, the Agricultural Technician will operate a range of equipment, including tractors, implements, trucks, and handheld tools as part of daily tasks, along with conducting routine maintenance and repairs as needed, promptly addressing any issues to minimize downtime. The responsibilities will also include setting up, calibrating, and adjusting farm equipment, conducting pre-use inspections of vehicles and equipment, and participating in customer communication to provide support. This position will manage the transportation of equipment to and from customers, conducting thorough inspections to ensure functionality and safety. By maintaining meticulous records and coordinating logistics, uphold the commitment to reliability and professionalism.

This position is a career appointment that is 100% fixed.

Pay Scale : $25.00 / hour to $26.12 / hour.

Job Posting Close Date :

This job is open until filled. The first application review date will be 10 / 30 / 2025.

Key Responsibilities :

35%

Equipment operations :

• Set up and operate all types of farming equipment and conduct pre-use inspections of vehicles and equipment
• Prepare grounds for demonstrations and workshops of farm equipment.
• Conduct routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal performance and longevity. This includes inspecting fluid levels, lubricating moving parts, and replacing worn-out components as needed
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and perform minor repairs onsite to minimize disruptions to farm operations.
• Coordinate with maintenance staff or external service providers for more extensive repairs as required

30%

Transportation and inspection :

25%

Training and demonstration :

10%Keep up to date on training, license certification, etc. Other tasks as assigned.

Requirements :

Preferred Skills :

Special Conditions of Employment :

a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct :

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

To apply, please visit : https : / / careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu / psc / ucanr / EMPLOYEE / HRMS / c / HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&JobOpeningId=81619&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=17&languageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant

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