Irrigation Support Engineer/Specialist I

Cal Poly Partners • Lexington, MA

24d • $25 - $42

About The Position

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing! Job Description: Duties and Responsibilities Assist in the implementation of the various research projects Assist in the use of figures, drawings, and maps for use in technical reports Assist with compiling and analyzing data from irrigation studies/projects Assist with the investigation and documentation of irrigation industry technology changes Assist in maintaining ITRC facilities and programs, as needed Perform other duties assigned Supervisory Responsibilities Potentially, supervise assigned student employees. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Cal Poly Partners’ policies and applicable laws and regulations Assist in the supervision of the daily activities of the department, including but not limited to, effective delegation of assignments, training and resources necessary to meet performance standards and assist employees in improving performance relevant to job requirements Assist with the direction and monitoring employees to ensure that they remain in compliance with policies and procedures Subordinates may include: Student employees Position Requirements Minimum B.S. in Agricultural Engineering preferred with an emphasis in irrigation or very closely related discipline and strong technical skills in the following areas: On-farm irrigation design, management and evaluation Crop water requirements and salinity Water balances Supervisor control and data acquisition Irrigation district modernization P.E. license and M.S. desirable Excellent time and budget management skills and accurate project estimating skills Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel A strong aptitude for learning new skills Ability to prioritize, plan, organize, and meet time lines Ability to lead others in managing tasks; train and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationship with others Excellent verbal and written skills in western US irrigated agriculture and academic vernacular, and the ability to interface with all levels of staff, university community, including students, faculty and staff, and the public Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance Ability to perform physical labor as required and work outside as required Ability to travel domestically frequently A background check is required for all regular benefited positions The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment Physical Requirements Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone Dexterity of hands, fingers, and wrist to easily and accurately operate a computer keyboard and calculator Seeing to read a variety of materials Sitting or standing for extended period of time Physical agility to lift 50 pounds to shoulder height Physical agility to lift, carry, push, or pull objects Commuting on an as-needed basis to outside meetings and training locations Hiring Range: $25.09-$41.82 USD Hourly If you like growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Cal Poly Partners, an equal employment opportunity employer, is strongly committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce. The University actively encourages applications of all qualified individuals. The department will evaluate experience and education to determine placement into appropriate position level. Subject to continued grant/center funding. Cal Poly Partners provides excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, paid sick leave/vacation and 14 holidays. Employees are eligible to participate in the CP Partners Medical Insurance Plan offered through the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS). Employees have different plans from which to choose including HMOs and PPOs. The coverage includes the employee, his/her dependents, or domestic partner. The CP Partners cover a large portion of the medical premium for the employee and eligible dependents. All employees are members of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) and will contribute to their retirement; these contributions can be refunded if the employee terminates prior to retirement. Please visit our website for additional benefits information. Employee Benefits (sharepoint.com) Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check, educational and employment verification, and reference check, as required. EEO/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer As the university’s nonprofit auxiliary, Cal Poly Partners’ purpose is crystal clear: to propel Cal Poly forward. We are a mission-driven organization built on the belief of positive doing to elevate education, empower individuals and enhance the university experience. Through our flexible approach and unyielding spirit, we break boundaries to provide essential university resources and services. Our unwavering commitment to these principles is what sets us apart. At Cal Poly Partners, we don’t just provide services; we forge partnerships that shape the future. Together, we can accomplish more than we ever imagined.

Requirements

• Minimum B.S. in Agricultural Engineering preferred with an emphasis in irrigation or very closely related discipline and strong technical skills in the following areas: On-farm irrigation design, management and evaluation Crop water requirements and salinity Water balances Supervisor control and data acquisition Irrigation district modernization
• Excellent time and budget management skills and accurate project estimating skills
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
• A strong aptitude for learning new skills
• Ability to prioritize, plan, organize, and meet time lines
• Ability to lead others in managing tasks; train and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationship with others
• Excellent verbal and written skills in western US irrigated agriculture and academic vernacular, and the ability to interface with all levels of staff, university community, including students, faculty and staff, and the public
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Ability to perform physical labor as required and work outside as required
• Ability to travel domestically frequently
• A background check is required for all regular benefited positions
• The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone
• Dexterity of hands, fingers, and wrist to easily and accurately operate a computer keyboard and calculator
• Seeing to read a variety of materials
• Sitting or standing for extended period of time
• Physical agility to lift 50 pounds to shoulder height
• Physical agility to lift, carry, push, or pull objects
• Commuting on an as-needed basis to outside meetings and training locations

Nice To Haves

• P.E. license and M.S. desirable

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of the various research projects
• Assist in the use of figures, drawings, and maps for use in technical reports
• Assist with compiling and analyzing data from irrigation studies/projects
• Assist with the investigation and documentation of irrigation industry technology changes
• Assist in maintaining ITRC facilities and programs, as needed
• Perform other duties assigned
• Potentially, supervise assigned student employees.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Cal Poly Partners’ policies and applicable laws and regulations
• Assist in the supervision of the daily activities of the department, including but not limited to, effective delegation of assignments, training and resources necessary to meet performance standards and assist employees in improving performance relevant to job requirements
• Assist with the direction and monitoring employees to ensure that they remain in compliance with policies and procedures

Benefits

• Cal Poly Partners provides excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, paid sick leave/vacation and 14 holidays.
• Employees are eligible to participate in the CP Partners Medical Insurance Plan offered through the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS).
• Employees have different plans from which to choose including HMOs and PPOs.
• The coverage includes the employee, his/her dependents, or domestic partner.
• The CP Partners cover a large portion of the medical premium for the employee and eligible dependents.
• All employees are members of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) and will contribute to their retirement; these contributions can be refunded if the employee terminates prior to retirement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees