JobSOC 19-4012

Agricultural Technicians

Work with agricultural scientists in plant, fiber, and animal research, or assist with animal breeding and nutrition. Set up or maintain laboratory equipment and collect samples from crops or animals. Prepare specimens or record data to assist scientists in biology or related life science experiments. Conduct tests and experiments to improve yield and quality of crops or to increase the resistance of plants and animals to disease or insects.

Definition from U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) (O*NET 31.0 (August 2026)).

01.

Studied through

9 programs

Agriculture, General01.0000
Animal Sciences, General01.0901
Dairy Science01.0905
Poultry Science01.0907
Plant Sciences, General01.1101
Agronomy and Crop Science01.1102
Soil Science and Agronomy, General01.1201
Agriculture/Veterinary Preparatory Programs, Other01.1399
Biology/Biological Sciences, General26.0101

02.

Draws on

Food Production3.6 of 5
Biology3.5 of 5

Importance as rated in O*NET (1 to 5); areas rated 3.5 or more, up to eight.