Field Research Technician I

BARKLEY AG GROUP • Yuma, AZ

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Field Research Technician I assists the seed research program in developing superior varieties, supporting targeted goals, and producing quality seeds. The role participates in small-grains breeding and supports multi-crop trials at on- and off-station locations in Arizona, as well as planting and harvest operations in Arizona and California. Work takes place in a laboratory, nursery, and field settings, and includes travel to trial locations in the United States. Extended hours and occasional weekend work are required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Valid driver's license.
• Demonstrated knowledge of good laboratory techniques.
• Experience operating agricultural equipment such as tractors, combines, sprayers, and cultivation equipment.
• Experience safely operating forklifts, lift trucks, dollies, and other warehouse loading and moving equipment.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Good interpersonal skills and effective oral and written communication skills in English and work-related Spanish.
• Ability to work extended hours under variable environmental and ergonomic conditions associated with planting, harvesting, and note-taking.
• Ability to work in outside weather conditions and walk and/or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment requiring rapid hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to travel to trial locations in the United States; five or more days of overnight travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in small-grains breeding activities, including field trials, seed preparation, field plot management, data collection, and harvesting yield-trial plots.
• Assist with Arizona on- and off-station multi-crop locations, including seed preparation, planting, note-taking, plot maintenance, harvesting, and shipping finished products to customers.
• Assist with planting and harvest operations in Arizona and California.
• Maintain confidentiality, provide customer service and professionalism, and promote a positive image of the company and research department.
• Work with the team to maintain quality standards.
• Actively participate in the Environmental Safety and Health program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED