Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.
Under the general supervision of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory), the Agricultural Technician II (Seasonal) leads, plans, organizes and directs the work of a small crew of seasonal employees. The incumbent is well experienced and has developed the expertise necessary to independently perform the more difficult, varied, and responsible duties of the required job. This is generally exhibited by wide and varied experience in the applicable field of entomological or plant pest work or directing the work of others in the applicable field assignments. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to: following an established work routine to schedule surveys, deployment and servicing for a variety of insect traps, various aspects of pesticide applications, conducting visual survey of designated areas for host material, pest damage (such as Exotic Wood Borer, Spotted Lantern Fly etc.), documentation of work completed, field identification of suspect target insects, interaction with the public (notification for property and field surveys), and packaging and electronic data entry of suspect insects for submission to the identification lab.
• Independently perform the more difficult, varied, and responsible duties in a field or a field and laboratory setting concerned with the inspection of agricultural commodities, the control of plant pests and diseases.
• When driving is required, the employee must have a good driving record and a valid Class C, or equivalent driver’s license and safely operate and maintain state vehicles to travel to designated work areas locally and throughout the State.
• Prepare and complete accurate and detailed technical reports (daily, weekly, and/or monthly, as required) associated with detection, trapping, survey, and treatment activities, or other related activities.
• Carefully document address, host type, and location of samples on property or field by drawing a map and/or using GPS unit and/or on a PDR.
• Act as a lead person for personnel in the Agricultural Aide/Agricultural Technician I classifications and/or other assigned cooperators.
• Assemble crews, conduct training involving field-related activities, personal and equipment safety precautions and schedules daily assignments
• Determine preliminary identifications of specimens which resemble target pests, must screen wet and dry traps for target plant and/or insect pests.
• Examine contents of traps, which may contain hundreds of plant samples, insects and debris.
• Make initial contact with property owner or representative to conduct visual surveys, place traps or apply pesticides.
• Develop a cordial professional relationship with property owner or representative to enable continued use of the property for current and future surveys or trap placements.
• Maintain and transport vehicles to service facility for service as needed.
• Perform daily vehicle safety and fluid level checks.
Candidates may perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
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The duties of this position are primarily conducted outdoors. The incumbent works in extremes of weather and temperature. Changes in lighting such as alternating bright sunlight and dark shade are encountered. Noise levels constantly vary. Terrain encountered varies from smooth and stable to irregular and unstable. Incumbent may experience regular exposure to dust, pollen, and moisture. Some trap types use a specific chemical insect lure; some of these lures may contain small amounts of pesticide. The work area can be urban or rural. Incumbent will be provided CDFA uniforms and personal protective equipment when using pesticides.
The incumbent will be required to drive and must have a valid Class C, or equivalent driver’s license and a safe driving record as documented by the Department of Motor Vehicles(a safe driving record is one free from convictions in the past two years for repeated moving violations, or a single serious violation, such as drunk driving or reckless driving). Safely operate and maintain state vehicle to travel to designated work areas. Must be able to apply pesticides, work well under extreme time constraints, exercise good judgement, determine priorities, make appropriate well thought out decisions, allocate resources to achieve maximum results, maintain focus under conditions of duress, and provide accurate assessment of rapidly changing situations (e.g., Multiple exotic pest detections requiring multiple operations).
The incumbent in this position must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during the course of work; work well under pressure; and work independently and in cooperation with other staff members in completing assigned duties and meeting required deadlines.
Travel by state vehicle or other public transportation systems to various locations throughout the state may be required.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
If you are dropping off or mailing in your application, please use the Examination/Employment Application, STD 678 Revised 6/2024 version.
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