Agricultural Technician

State of Virginia • Painter, VA

354d • $40,000 - $46,000

About The Position

The Agricultural Technician supports the Agricultural Farm Manager and the Assistant Farm Manager with daily upkeep of the grounds, buildings, and performs fieldwork at the Virginia Tech Eastern Shore Agricultural Research and Extension Center (AREC) in Painter, VA. The Eastern Shore AREC is one of eleven off-campus units within the university's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. This 220-acre center has four resident faculty members, graduate students, post-docs, and technical support staff that conduct research for crops that are important economically to the Eastern Shore of Virginia including fresh market tomato, potato, snap bean, corn, wheat, and soybean, among others. The Agricultural Technician reports administratively to the Agricultural Farm Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Knowledge regarding agricultural systems, farm or experiment station experience, or education in Agricultural Systems.
• Working knowledge of farming practices and grounds maintenance.
• Ability to work outside in varying types of weather.
• Ability to obtain a Category 10 (Demonstration and Research Pest control) commercial pesticide license within six months of hiring.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• An agricultural degree (AA, BS, or MS) in agronomy, horticulture, landscape maintenance or some other discipline, or extensive experience in these areas.
• Familiarity with maintenance of precision agriculture equipment, RTK, Autosteer, Commercial Driver License (CDL), and Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles (UAV).

Responsibilities

• Support the Agricultural Farm Manager and Assistant Farm Manager with daily upkeep of the grounds and buildings.
• Perform fieldwork at the Virginia Tech Eastern Shore Agricultural Research and Extension Center.
• Interact respectfully with diverse groups including faculty, graduate students, staff, and stakeholders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees