In a typical work setting, precision agriculture technicians:

Interpersonal Relationships

• Have a medium level of social interaction.
• Usually talk to others by e-mail, phone, or in person. They sometimes write letters and memos.
• Sometimes work as part of a team.
• Are somewhat responsible for the work done by others.
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• Have limited responsibility for the health and safety of others.

Physical Work Conditions

• Usually work outdoors.
• Sometimes work indoors, usually when analyzing data. These locations may not be temperature-controlled.
• Are sometimes exposed to hot or cold temperatures, depending on the weather.
• Often travel around work sites in a truck, tractor, or other farm vehicle.
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• May share office space with other technicians.
• Sometimes work where it might be noisy and distracting.

Work Performance

• Must be very exact and accurate when analyzing data and making decisions.
• Usually do not consult a supervisor before making a decision or setting tasks and goals.
• Meet strict monthly deadlines. This makes the work atmosphere somewhat competitive.
• Weekly make decisions that strongly impact coworkers and their company.
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• Repeat the same mental and physical tasks.

Hours/Travel

• Usually work a standard work week, but their schedule may vary due to weather or to harvest, planting, and related schedules.