Job Information
Texas A&M University Research Technician I in United States
Job Title
Research Technician I
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Department
Overton
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Overton, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
The Research Technician I, under general supervision, is responsible for assisting with research projects.
Responsibilities:-Performs general farm maintenance: repair and build fences, repair and build roads, repair and install water lines, repair buildings, etc.-Operate farm tractors and equipment: mowing, planting winter pasture, moving hay, discing, spraying, performing daily maintenance, etc.-Routine maintenance of trucks, tractors and equipment: change mower blades, engine oil, filters, grease equipment, change flats and batteries.-Assist with research projects as time permits with feeding cows, pruning trees, planting, harvesting crops, spraying, etc.-Welding and cutting operations: repairing equipment, repairing and building cattle pens, etc.-Provides support to research projects in operating various specialized equipment to implement, harvest and record data.
-Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience: -High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. -Two years of related experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
-Ability to work independently.
-Proficient in English.
-Working knowledge of o peration and maintenance of farm equipment.
-Working knowledge of l ight construction and repair of fencing and structures.
Other Requirements:Must be able to lift or move heavy loads. Requires working in inclement weather and working outdoors as needed.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
As the largest comprehensive agriculture and life sciences program nationally, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies within the Texas A&M University System With over 5,000 employees, and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, the environment, and the economy of Texas and the nation through education, research, extension and service.If your goal is the pursuit of excellence and your vision is to make a difference in this world, we invite you to explore our opportunities to discover what a career at Texas A&M AgriLife has to offer you.
Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service (https://agrilife.tamu.edu/agency/extension-home/)
Texas A&M AgriLife Research
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University (https://agrilife.tamu.edu/agency/college-home/)
Texas A&M Forest Service
Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (https://agrilife.tamu.edu/agency/tvmdl-home/)
Texas A&M AgriLife collaborates with Prairie View A&M University, Tarleton State University, Texas A&M University-Commerce, Texas A&M University-Kingsville and West Texas A&M University as well as with other public and private partners.
Prospective employee benefits
Retirement programs
Commitment to inclusive excellence (https://agrilife.tamu.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/)
Strategic plan