AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN III (SEASONAL)

AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN III

(SEASONAL) Department of Food & Agriculture

JC-520938

•AGRICULTURAL

TECHNICIAN III

(SEASONAL)

AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN III

(SEASONAL) $20.54•$23.36 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:

6/23/2026

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 direction of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) (SESS), the incumbent will independently perform the most complex range of field and office support duties, for various fruit fly programs, maintain fruit fly trapping routes, coordinate the application of pesticides, maintain pesticide inventory and vehicle fleet, oversee pesticide applications performed by outside vendors, perform plane inspections for Japanese beetle, fruit removal, communicate with the public, coordinate with other agencies, and perform various insect/disease surveys for targeted pests. These activities include working independently and in cooperation with other staff, overseeing treatment activities, preparing written reports, performing quality control inspections for treatment-survey-trapping programs, training new seasonal employees, and acting as the back-up trapper/applicator 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!! This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The CDFA does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions The duties of this position are primarily conducted outdoors. The incumbent works in extreme weather and temperature conditions. Changes in lighting such as alternating bright sunlight and dark shade are encountered. Noise levels constantly vary. Terrain encountered varies from smooth and stable to irregular and unstable. Incumbent may experience regular exposure to dust, pollen and moisture. Some trap types use a specific chemical insect lure; some of these lures may contain small amounts of pesticide. The work area can be urban or rural. The incumbent may drive, exit and re-enter the work vehicle numerous times during the workday. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN III

(SEASONAL)

AGRICULTURAL AIDE

(SEASONAL)

AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN I

(SEASONAL)

AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN II

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

JC-520938

Position #(s): 014-636-0032-XXX

Working Title:

AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN III

(SEASONAL)

Classification:

AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN III

(SEASONAL) $20.54•$23.36 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Shall Consider:

AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN II

(SEASONAL) $19.02•$22.69 AGRICULTURAL

TECHNICIAN I

(SEASONAL) $18.30•$21.87 AGRICULTURAL AIDE (SEASONAL) $18.26•$20.22 # of

Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Santa Barbara 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 Pest Detection/Emergency Projects Branch is responsible for the early detection and prompt eradication of serious exotic agricultural pests. The Branch accomplishes its mission by conducting a statewide trapping program, staffed by county and state inspectors, for exotic insect pests; by implementing special surveys for significant agricultural pests and plant diseases for which traps are not available; and by providing emergency eradication services using the best available technology. The primary objective of the emergency project component is to quickly and efficiently eradicate incipient infestations of serious agricultural pests, thereby preventing permanent establishment and subsequent spread in California.

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//www.cdfa.ca.gov/plant/pdep/ 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:

6/23/2026