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Cal Poly Corporation Irrigation Support Engineer Specialist I/II in San Luis Obispo, California
Job Description Summary
Under general direction of the Project Director, this position provides technical assistance in a variety of Irrigation Training and Research Center (ITRC) projects. The position will also assist in improving and maintainingITRCfacilities and programs.
Minimum Qualifications
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 or assist in leading others, managing tasks, and training 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
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 inCSUExecutive Order 1083 as a condition of employment
Irrigation Support Specialist/Engineer I: 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
Irrigation Support Specialist/Engineer II: Minimum B.S. in Agricultural Engineering required with an emphasis in irrigation or very closely related discipline plus 2 years experience of excellent pertinent and strong technical skills in the following areas, or M.S. plus 1 year of excellent pertinent experience:
- On-farm irrigation design, management and evaluation
- Crop water requirements and salinity
- Water balances
- Supervisor control and data acquisition
- Irrigation district modernization
Preferred Qualifications
P.E. license and M.S. desirable
Physical Demands
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
Typical Essential Functions
- Perform the implementation of irrigation research projects
- Perform the investigation and analysis of new materials, equipment, and irrigation projects
- Perform the implementation of various research/consulting projects. May need to perform research
- Perform the requirements required for writing technical reports and memos
- Participate in activities to address irrigation technology changes
- Perform duties associated with maintainingITRCfacilities and programs, including new construction projects
- Perform other duties assigned
Special Instructions to Applicants
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 a e eligible to participate in theCPCMedical 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. TheCPCcovers 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. https://www.calpolycorporation.org/resources/business-services/human-resources/benefits/
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check, educational and employment verification, and reference check, as required.
The California State University system (CSU) requires that students, faculty, and any employees of organizations who access campus, or anyCSUfacilities, to be either fully vaccinated or qualify for a medical or religious exemption. Please note if you are chosen for a position with the Cal Poly Corporation you will be asked to fill out a Vaccine Attestation once you are hired. This attestation will ask if you are vaccinated or asking for a medical or religious exemption.
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