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OPS Field Technician, UF/IFAS Tree Fruit Breeding Program

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University of Florida

Gainesville, FL (In Person)

$36,400 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 6 days ago (Updated 3 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/12/2026

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Job Description

OPS Field Technician, UF/IFAS Tree Fruit Breeding Program Apply now Job no: 540163 Work type:
Temp Full-Time Location:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories:
Grant or Research Administration, Agricultural Sciences, Agriculture Operations Department:
60230000 - AG-HORTICULTURAL
SCIENCES
Classification Title:
OPS-Spons Prjs Non-Clerical Classification Minimum Requirements:
Valid drivers license. Available to work full time 8:00am to 5:00pm, with the occasional early start 5:00am-6:00 am. Physical ability to work in various weather conditions and perform manual labor as needed. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly. Physical movement to include kneeling, squatting, bending, lifting and standing.
Job Description:
The Horticultural Science Department, Tree Fruit Breeding Program, Gainesville is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented full-time Field Technician to support ongoing research activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating field trials operations and research support primarily focused on avocado, as well as other fruit tree species. Duties include, but not limited to: Fieldwork involving the planting and cultivation of avocado research plots. Data collection at experimental trials and analyses in the greenhouse and laboratory. Occasional overnight travel to multiple research avocado locations in central and south Florida. Monitor the grower's requirements and inquiries regarding the care of avocado trees. Maintain maps and records of materials and activities for each avocado trial. Assists growers and personnel for planting, fertilizing, and pruning trees. Collect and prepare samples from trials; fruit, soil, leaf.
Expected Salary:
$15 - 20 hour commensurate with experience
Required Qualifications:
Valid drivers license. Available to work full time 8:00am to 5:00pm, with the occasional early start 5:00am-6:00 am. Physical ability to work in various weather conditions and perform manual labor as needed. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly. Physical movement to include kneeling, squatting, bending, lifting and standing.
Preferred:
Bachelor´s degree in Agriculture or related field preferred but not required Familiarity with data collection tools and software. Previous experience in field research or agricultural practices is preferred. Effective communication skills for interacting with the research team and local growers Special Instructions to
Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. Special Instructions to
Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. This is a time-limited position.
Health Assessment Required:
Yes Advertised:
08 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: 15 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time Back to search results Apply now Refer a friend Whatsapp Facebook LinkedIn Email App