How do they match: Agricultural Technicians

  • Lab Tech
  • Laboratory Technician
  • Agriculture Research Laboratory Assistant
  • Chemical Applicator
  • Culture Media Laboratory Assistant
  • Dairy Lab Technician
  • Feed Mill Lab Technician
  • Fertilizer Applicator
  • Seed Lab Technician
  • Seed Laboratory Assistant
  • Seed Laboratory Technician
  • Seed Analysis Laboratory Assistant

  • Work with agricultural scientists in plant, fiber, and animal research, or assist with animal breeding and nutrition. Set up or maintain laboratory equipment and collect samples from crops or animals. Prepare specimens or record data to assist scientists in biology or related life science experiments. Conduct tests and experiments to improve yield and quality of crops or to increase the resistance of plants and animals to disease or insects.

  • Conduct studies of nitrogen or alternative fertilizer application methods, quantities, or timing to ensure satisfaction of crop needs and minimization of leaching, runoff, or denitrification.
  • Measure or weigh ingredients used in laboratory testing.
  • Perform laboratory or field testing, using spectrometers, nitrogen determination apparatus, air samplers, centrifuges, or potential hydrogen (pH) meters to perform tests.
  • Prepare laboratory samples for analysis, following proper protocols to ensure that they will be stored, prepared, and disposed of efficiently and effectively.
  • Set up laboratory or field equipment as required for site testing.
  • Supervise or train agricultural technicians or farm laborers.
  • Supervise pest or weed control operations, including locating and identifying pests or weeds, selecting chemicals and application methods, or scheduling application.

  • Maintain laboratory or technical equipment.
  • Operate laboratory or field equipment.
  • Set up laboratory or field equipment.