Technician II

Texas A&M Agrilife • Lubbock, TX

1d • $19

About The Position

Responsibilities: -Independently pursues an assigned series of processes, procedures, or area of research in accordance with general approved plans and procedures -Plans and executes procedures and work details -Evaluates and analyzes results -Constructs, modifies, adapts, assembles, and operates scientific and laboratory apparatus and equipment -Uses computer equipment for controlling equipment and compiling data -Makes and records observations and measurements -Summarizes and evaluates data for scientific materials requiring academic knowledge -Researches and catalogs reference materials requiring understanding of subject matter theory -Plans and supervises technical operations Required Education and Experience: - High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience . -Three years of related experience. Preferred Education: -BS in agriculture, biology, or other science-based major Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: -Knowledge of laboratory equipment, scientific apparatus, and computer equipment. -Ensure attention to detail. -Able to multitask and work cooperatively with others. -Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: -Knowledge of agronomic crop management and testing procedures. -Ability to operate basic laboratory equipment, such as balances. Preferred licenses or certification: -Driver's license Additional requirements: -Ability to lift and carry 60 lbs. -Willingness to work outside in the summer heat. Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife? When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents. In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following: Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12-15 days of annual paid holidays Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife Please attach to your completed application: Resume List of References with email and daytime phone number(s) 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/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three years of related experience.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment, scientific apparatus, and computer equipment.
• Ensure attention to detail.
• Able to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift and carry 60 lbs.
• Willingness to work outside in the summer heat.

Nice To Haves

• BS in agriculture, biology, or other science-based major
• Knowledge of agronomic crop management and testing procedures.
• Ability to operate basic laboratory equipment, such as balances.
• Driver's license

Responsibilities

• Independently pursues an assigned series of processes, procedures, or area of research in accordance with general approved plans and procedures
• Plans and executes procedures and work details
• Evaluates and analyzes results
• Constructs, modifies, adapts, assembles, and operates scientific and laboratory apparatus and equipment
• Uses computer equipment for controlling equipment and compiling data
• Makes and records observations and measurements
• Summarizes and evaluates data for scientific materials requiring academic knowledge
• Researches and catalogs reference materials requiring understanding of subject matter theory
• Plans and supervises technical operations

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees