Irrigation Tech II

Lamb Weston • Paterson, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an Entry level with low experience. The Irrigation Technician oversees the operation and repair of the center pivot irrigation machines, and training on using Basestation3 system.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid current driver’s license is required.
• Must be in very good health and above average physical condition, in order to handle this very physically demanding position which requires long hours of outdoor exposure to the elements.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operations and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Intermediate personal computer skills, including electronic mail, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.

Responsibilities

• Working on knowledge of the hydraulic water valves and delivery system.
• Often required to operate small and medium backhoes, loaders, and trenchers.
• Is willing to be trained in either Welding or Electrical.
• Operating Basestation3 and working with growers.
• Complies with all safety policies, practices, and procedures.
• Reports on all unsafe activities to the department’s Safety Officer.
• Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Provides leadership to others through example and sharing knowledge and skills.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
• Paid Time Off
• Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance
• Family-Friendly Employee events
• Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED