Field Technician

Florida Ag Research is part of a nationwide group of agricultural research centers dedicated to helping farmers and agricultural product companies improve crops and production methods. We’re looking for a Field Technician to join our team in Thonotosassa, FL. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work in the field, greenhouses, and labs—and who wants to build a career in agricultural research.

Why Join Us

• Work outdoors and in greenhouse/lab settings—every day brings something new.
• Learn directly from experienced agricultural scientists.
• Opportunities to advance for smart, dedicated, and hardworking team members.
• Be part of research that directly supports better farming and food production.

What You’ll Do

• Field/Crop care – seeding, planting, weeding, hoeing, staking, tying, pruning, fertilizing, harvesting, installing/repairing irrigation, watering.
• Field/Crop clean up: removing plants, stakes, irrigation, plastic mulch.
• Greenhouse maintenance: weeding, cleaning, helping with repairs.
• Landscape maintenance: weeding, pruning, checking irrigation.
• Collecting samples of leaves, fruit, roots, soil, etc. in numbered bags.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong work ethic.
• Attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience

Physical Requirements

• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, including heat and humidity for an extended period of time.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

If applying, please submit your resume/CV in .PDF format and not in Word.