O*NET-SOC 19-4012.01

Precision Agriculture Technicians

Apply geospatial technologies, including geographic information systems (GIS) and Global Positioning System (GPS), to agricultural production or management activities, such as pest scouting, site-specific pesticide application, yield mapping, or variable-rate irrigation. May use computers to develop or analyze maps or remote sensing images to compare physical topography with data on soils, fertilizer, pests, or weather.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Document and maintain records of precision agriculture information.Core18295
Collect information about soil or field attributes, yield data, or field boundaries, using field data recorders and basic geographic information systems (GIS).Core18281
Use geospatial technology to develop soil sampling grids or identify sampling sites for testing characteristics such as nitrogen, phosphorus, or potassium content, pH, or micronutrients.Core20872
Divide agricultural fields into georeferenced zones, based on soil characteristics and production potentials.Core18284
Install, calibrate, or maintain sensors, mechanical controls, GPS-based vehicle guidance systems, or computer settings.Core18280
Create, layer, and analyze maps showing precision agricultural data, such as crop yields, soil characteristics, input applications, terrain, drainage patterns, or field management history.Core18289
Compare crop yield maps with maps of soil test data, chemical application patterns, or other information to develop site-specific crop management plans.Core18279
Analyze geospatial data to determine agricultural implications of factors such as soil quality, terrain, field productivity, fertilizers, or weather conditions.Core20875
Identify spatial coordinates, using remote sensing and Global Positioning System (GPS) data.Core18282
Analyze data from harvester monitors to develop yield maps.Core20874
Apply precision agriculture information to specifically reduce the negative environmental impacts of farming practices.Core19801
Demonstrate the applications of geospatial technology, such as Global Positioning System (GPS), geographic information systems (GIS), automatic tractor guidance systems, variable rate chemical input applicators, surveying equipment, or computer mapping software.Core20873
Draw or read maps, such as soil, contour, or plat maps.Core18296
Recommend best crop varieties or seeding rates for specific field areas, based on analysis of geospatial data.Core18288
Prepare reports in graphical or tabular form, summarizing field productivity or profitability.Core20876
Provide advice on the development or application of better boom-spray technology to limit the overapplication of chemicals and to reduce the migration of chemicals beyond the fields being treated.Core19803
Program farm equipment, such as variable-rate planting equipment or pesticide sprayers, based on input from crop scouting and analysis of field condition variability.Core18278
Participate in efforts to advance precision agriculture technology, such as developing advanced weed identification or automated spot spraying systems.Core19802
Analyze remote sensing imagery to identify relationships between soil quality, crop canopy densities, light reflectance, and weather history.Core18293
Advise farmers on upgrading Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment to take advantage of newly installed advanced satellite technology.Core19800
Contact equipment manufacturers for technical assistance, as needed.Core18290
Identify areas in need of pesticide treatment by analyzing geospatial data to determine insect movement and damage patterns.Core18287

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 23 examples in 12 categories, 8 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Data base user interface and query software

Ag Leader Technology SMS Advanced
John Deere Apex Farm Management
Microsoft AccessHot Technology
Novariant AutoFarm AF Viewer

Analytical or scientific software

AGCO GTA Software Suite
Farm Works Site Pro
MapShots EASi Suite
SST Development Group SSToolbox

Geographic information system

ESRI ArcGIS softwareHot Technology
ESRI ArcPad
ESRI ArcView
Geographic information system GIS systems

Map creation software

GeoAgro GIS
Trimble AgGPS EZ-Map
Trimble AgGPS MultiPlane

Mobile location based services software

Global positioning system GPS software

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Electronic mail software

Microsoft OutlookHot TechnologyIn Demand

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Operating system software

Microsoft WindowsHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot TechnologyIn Demand

Internet browser software

Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

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Getting Information

Conduct climatological research.
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Research crop management methods.
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Analyzing Data or Information

Determine geographic coordinates.
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Analyze environmental data.
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Analyze geological or geographical data.
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Thinking Creatively

Apply knowledge or research findings to address environmental problems.
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Prepare maps.
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Handling and Moving Objects

Collect geographical or geological field data.
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Calibrate scientific or technical equipment.
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Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment

Develop agricultural methods.
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Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment

Maintain laboratory or technical equipment.
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Documenting/Recording Information

Record research or operational data.
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Prepare operational reports.
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Discuss design or technical features of products or services with technical personnel.
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Consult with others regarding safety or health equipment or facilities.
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Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Advise customers on the use of products or services.
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Advise others on the development or use of new technologies.
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Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

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WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

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DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 17

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Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

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