How do they match: Agricultural Technicians

  • Agricultural Specialist
  • Research Specialist
  • Seed Specialist
  • Sustainable Agriculture Specialist
  • Urban Gardening Specialist
  • Weed Science Research Technician

  • Work with agricultural scientists in plant, fiber, and animal research, or assist with animal breeding and nutrition. Set up or maintain laboratory equipment and collect samples from crops or animals. Prepare specimens or record data to assist scientists in biology or related life science experiments. Conduct tests and experiments to improve yield and quality of crops or to increase the resistance of plants and animals to disease or insects.

  • Determine the germination rates of seeds planted in specified areas.
  • Devise cultural methods or environmental controls for plants for which guidelines are sketchy or nonexistent.
  • Operate farm machinery, including tractors, plows, mowers, combines, balers, sprayers, earthmoving equipment, or trucks.
  • Perform general nursery duties, such as propagating standard varieties of plant materials, collecting and germinating seeds, maintaining cuttings of plants, or controlling environmental conditions.
  • Prepare data summaries, reports, or analyses that include results, charts, or graphs to document research findings and results.
  • Record environmental data from field samples of soil, air, water, or pests to monitor the effectiveness of integrated pest management (IPM) practices.
  • Supervise pest or weed control operations, including locating and identifying pests or weeds, selecting chemicals and application methods, or scheduling application.

  • Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
  • Supervise scientific or technical personnel.
  • Train personnel in technical or scientific procedures.