Salary Breakdown
Agricultural Technicians
Average
$54,200
ANNUAL
$26.06
HOURLY
Entry Level
$37,330
ANNUAL
$17.95
HOURLY
Mid Level
$60,050
ANNUAL
$28.87
HOURLY
Expert Level
$72,250
ANNUAL
$34.74
HOURLY
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Projected Jobs
Agricultural Technicians
250
Projected job openings through 2032
Top Expected Tasks
Agricultural Technicians
01
Prepare land for cultivated crops, orchards, or vineyards by plowing, discing, leveling, or contouring.
02
Operate farm machinery, including tractors, plows, mowers, combines, balers, sprayers, earthmoving equipment, or trucks.
03
Record data pertaining to experimentation, research, or animal care.
04
Maintain or repair agricultural facilities, equipment, or tools to ensure operational readiness, safety, and cleanliness.
05
Perform crop production duties, such as tilling, hoeing, pruning, weeding, or harvesting crops.
06
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.
07
Prepare laboratory samples for analysis, following proper protocols to ensure that they will be stored, prepared, and disposed of efficiently and effectively.
08
Measure or weigh ingredients used in laboratory testing.
09
Perform tests on seeds to evaluate seed viability.
10
Prepare data summaries, reports, or analyses that include results, charts, or graphs to document research findings and results.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Agricultural Technicians
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Food Production
KNOWLEDGE
Biology
KNOWLEDGE
Chemistry
KNOWLEDGE
Mechanical
KNOWLEDGE
Mathematics
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Active Learning
SKILL
Judgment and Decision Making
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
ABILITY
Near Vision
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
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