AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN II (SEASONAL)

Agricultural Technician II (Seasonal) Department of Food & Agriculture

JC-517938

- Agricultural Technician II (Seasonal)

AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN II

(SEASONAL) $19.02 - $22.69 per Hour New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:

5/29/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies. Under general supervision of the Agriculture Program Supervisor II (APS II), the Agricultural Technician II conducts the more varied shell egg and liquid egg product inspections for compliance with provisions of the California Code of Regulations (CCR's) and the Food and Agricultural Code (FAC) as applied to quality, size, grade, labeling, bio-security, food safety, container and refrigeration egg laws and regulations. Essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to:

• As a program specialist, independently perform shell egg and liquid egg product inspections at retail facilities and production/processing or wholesale/distribution monthly inspections to ensure compliance with CCR's and FAC and relay any questions or concerns to APS II.
• Perform retail egg inspections at Certified Farmer's Markets, communicate regulatory requirements to market vendors, market managers, and County Agricultural Commissioner staff
• Drive on a daily basis to those establishments throughout an assigned geographical area to conduct inspections, and to conduct reviews on behalf of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

As an employee of the California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA), you are required to perform the "essential functions" of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. If you are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, then CDFA is the place for you!! You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions The duties of this position are conducted primarily outdoors at egg production and distribution facilities. Egg wholesale and distribution facilities usually have wet, slippery floors, are noisy, and have many potential hazards such as moving equipment, heavy overhead structures, and sharp knives. Agricultural Technician II duties also necessitate working in cold dry coolers, freezers, warm humid processing areas, and seasonal environmental conditions while inspecting buildings and surrounding property. Drive to various locations throughout the assigned area is required on a daily basis. The incumbent must follow CDFA, Division, and Branch employee health and safety policies. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN II

(SEASONAL) Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-517938

Position #(s): 014-141-0033-982

Working Title:

Agricultural Technician II (Seasonal)

Classification:

AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN II

(SEASONAL) $19.02 - $22.69 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of

Positions:

1

Work Location:

Tulare County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Non-Tenured, Intermittent Department Information The Mission of the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is to safeguard a resilient food system and promote an equitable marketplace, cultivating a California grown food supply that is globally recognized for innovation, quality, and sustainability. The Meat, Poultry and Egg Safety (MPES) Branch consists of two core functional areas: Meat, Poultry and Rendering and Egg Safety. MPES licenses, registers, and inspects meat processing establishments and meat and poultry slaughterhouses exempt from federal inspection, providing oversight to ensure that only wholesome, unadulterated, and properly labeled meat and poultry products are provided to the public and owners of the livestock and poultry. It also licenses, registers and inspects renderers, collection centers, transporters of inedible kitchen grease and inedible materials, and dead animal haulers. MPES, through the Egg Safety and Quality Management (ESQM) Program registers and inspects eggs at production, wholesale, and retail levels to make sure eggs sold in California are wholesome, properly labeled, refrigerated, and of established quality. Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date:

5/29/2026