Agricultural Research Technician IV (0012100)

University of Hawaii • Kamuela, HI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of work performance in support of agricultural research projects and/or the conduct of specialized agricultural operations. Provides assistance to researchers in the conduct and completion of all phases of projects in accordance with experimental design involving standardized practices and procedures. May be responsible for the day-to-day supervision of a small work force of an experiment station.

Requirements

• One (1) year of work experience in the operation of a farm or related agricultural laboratory or industry which provided exposure to basic agricultural/farm activities.
• Demonstrate knowledge of basic farming methods, routine agricultural work operations and processes.
• Ability to use standard agricultural tools and equipment.
• Ability to perform manual and repetitive work.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform arithmetic computations.
• Two (2) years of non-professional or technical work experience performing agricultural activities in situations involving recordation, comparison, evaluation, experimentation and drawing of conclusions from data.
• Demonstrate ability to perform arithmetic calculations, record data and recognize diseased plants.
• Knowledge of experimental design requirements and farming methods in the form of two (2) or more of the following: crop propagation; care of farm animals and poultry; safety precautions and use of fertilizers, insecticides or herbicides; care and use of pastures; care of farm tools and equipment.
• At least one (1) year of the required Specialized Experience must have been comparable to the independent worker level, Agricultural Research Technician III.
• Possess a valid license to drive in the State of Hawai'i.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must, within six (6) months of hire, obtain a certificate as a Commercial Applicator of Restricted Pesticides, Category 1A – Agricultural Plant - pest control, and obtain medical clearance, training and fit-testing to use a respirator.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of work performance in support of agricultural research projects and/or the conduct of specialized agricultural operations.
• Provides assistance to researchers in the conduct and completion of all phases of projects in accordance with experimental design involving standardized practices and procedures.
• May be responsible for the day-to-day supervision of a small work force of an experiment station.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed