OPS - Field Technician
About The Position
Field Work Position requires 2-3 hours of driving every day for sample collection (vehicle is provided) Routine checks and maintenance of pump stations, field plots, equipment, storage facilities and vehicles Working in remote and heavily vegetated areas with exposure to a hot and humid environment and potential exposure to or encounter with stinging/biting insects, snakes, and alligators Assist lab members in designing, coordinating, and executing field trials Assist with the collection of soil, water, and sediment samples in the field Load and unload field sample equipment and coolers from trucks Be available to work in 6 - 8 hour shifts occasionally on weekends Lab Work Collect and document data without error Assist in routine lab work: washing glassware, weighing samples and filtration of water and soil extract. Attend weekly meetings and provide status updates on pump stations, field plots, and general daily tasks
Requirements
- High School Diploma
Nice To Haves
- Driver's license
- Ability to work under extreme weather and environmental conditions, including wildlife
- Ability to navigate and read a map
- Ability to lift minimum 40lbs
- Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills
- Ability to show high standards of professionalism in personal contacts and work habits
- Strong work ethic and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and take initiative
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with farm managers and other essential workers
- Have basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Be flexible with sudden changes to schedule
- Familiarity with farm operations and agriculture
- General maintenance and repair (automotive and electrical)
- Bilingual (Spanish)
Responsibilities
- Driving for sample collection
- Routine checks and maintenance of pump stations, field plots, equipment, storage facilities and vehicles
- Working in remote and heavily vegetated areas
- Assisting lab members in designing, coordinating, and executing field trials
- Assisting with the collection of soil, water, and sediment samples in the field
- Loading and unloading field sample equipment and coolers from trucks
- Collecting and documenting data
- Assisting in routine lab work
- Attending weekly meetings and providing status updates
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
