OPS Agricultural Technician II - 42902906

Ops Agricultural Technician II - 42902906

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking an Ops Agricultural Technician II. This is a full-time other personal services (Ops) position.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or its equivalent and possession of a valid Class E driver license.

Candidates must complete all fields in the Candidate Profile, including work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education. Responses to qualifying questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.

Occasional to moderate travel is required and the position may respond to emergencies, including natural disasters or other type incidents requiring travel, as needed.

To maintain fairness and integrity in our hiring process, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews is strictly prohibited. Applicants must provide their own, authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and recruitment process. Any candidate found using AI to assist in their answers will be disqualified from consideration.

Job duties include assisting in tree seedling production, packaging, and distribution at Andrews Nursery. Operates medium to large agricultural tractors, mechanical harvesters, front-end loaders, seedling strapping machines, forklifts, tractor-trailers and other nursery equipment. Performs maintenance and servicing work in connection with any type of equipment assigned to operate. Also assists in the repairs of such equipment which may include AC/DC welding and oxygen/acetylene cutting and brazing. Maintains vehicle maintenance records for vehicles and assigned equipment. Performs maintenance, cleaning, repairs, and modifications to Andrews Nursery buildings as assigned to provide for the safety and convenience of Division employees and the general public. Performs manual labor incidental to the operation of assigned equipment such as loading and unloading trucks, trailers, pesticide applicators, and fertilizer distributors. Mixes and applies chemical herbicides using hand sprayers, backpack sprayers, ATV tanks, or Truck tanks. Assists in maintaining seed and pesticide inventory records. Assists in maintaining records of nursery cultural practices performed. Assists in advising the general public regarding tree seedling transportation, storage, and planting procedures. Willingly performs other duties as assigned.

The benefits of working for the State of Florida include participation in state group insurance, the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b), the State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan), Flexible Spending Accounts, and the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Location: Chiefland, FL, US, 32626, 32326, 32644

Nearest Major Market: Gainesville