Job TitleTechnician II Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service Department Soil & Crop Sciences Proposed Minimum Salary$17.00 hourly Job LocationCollege Station, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description The Technician II, under general supervision, evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering or scientific techniques used in research or support laboratories. 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 -Research and catalog reference materials requiring understanding of subject matter theory -Plans and supervises technical operations -Assist with the collection, processing, and archiving of plant, soil, and water samples related to ongoing research projects -Collect, transcribe, and organize data from the various measurements of research samples -Other duties as required. Required Education and Experience: -High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. -Three years of related experience. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: -Knowledge of laboratory equipment, scientific apparatus, and computer equipment. -Ability to ensure attention to detail. -Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. -Excellent verbal and written communication skills. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/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 Texas A&M AgriLife Research College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University Texas A&M Forest Service Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory 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 Strategic plan
