Agriculture​/Forestry Technician

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number: S14618P
Working Title: Agriculture/Forestry Technician
Department: CAES-Horticulture

About the University

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About the College/Unit/Department Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

Monday through Friday 8-5 unless otherwise specified by supervisor.

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date

01/21/2026

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date Proposed Starting Date

02/09/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please include a list of references along with your resume/CV and cover letter.

Location of Vacancy

Tifton Area

EEO Policy Statement

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Position Information Classification Title

Agricultural Technician I

FLSA

Non-Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

A full time Agriculture Technician is needed to provide essential technical and operational support for field-based Research activities. This position is responsible for planting, crop maintenance, treatment applications, harvest coordination, and post-harvest evaluations to ensure research protocols are implemented accurately and on schedule. Duties include collecting and entering research data, planning and scheduling activities to meet project timelines, and coordinating plantings, treatment applications, and harvests with off-site growers and Extension collaborators.

The position also supports student research projects by providing consistent technical assistance and field oversight. In addition, the Agriculture Technician will maintain experimental plots at the Alapaha Farm, including pruning and training blackberry plantings, and will be responsible for safe and compliant pesticide applications. The position will ensure proper operation and maintenance of research vehicles and equipment and manages ordering of supplies necessary for field operations.

This role is critical to maintaining research continuity, data quality, regulatory compliance, and the overall efficiency of research end Extension programs.

This is a soft funded position with continued employment based on the needs of the projects as well as available funding and satisfactory job performance and progress.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Farming Experience
• Research Experience
• Extension Experience
• Greenhouse Experience
• MS Office
• Ability to obtain and hold a valid pesticide applicator license

Physical Demands

• Work in harsh environments including hot, humid, wet and cold conditions.
• Lift 50 pounds
• Driving as needed to perform job duties

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a…