University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture
Stuttgart, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Fully remote
Irrigation equipment repair and installation
Data logging equipment retrieval
Manual data collection and summarization
The primary responsibility will be to implement the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Arkansas Irrigation Water Management Program, focusing on facilitating technology transfer of new irrigation concepts
Job Summary
The primary responsibility will be to implement the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Arkansas Irrigation Water Management Program, focusing on facilitating technology transfer of new irrigation concepts.
Duties include laboratory and field activities such as repairing and installing irrigation equipment, planting, harvesting, spraying crops, and retrieving data from logging equipment.
The individual will assist with the implementation of new and innovative irrigation water management practices on cooperator farms and develop relationships with clientele to help them learn IWM practices.
Matching Summary
The primary responsibility will be to implement the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Arkansas Irrigation Water Management Program, focusing on facilitating technology transfer of new irrigation concepts.
Salary
Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Irrigation equipment repair and installation
Data logging equipment retrieval
Manual data collection and summarization
Physical work including lifting 50 pounds
Operate ATV and drive long distances
Work on cooperating producer farms
Nice-to-have
Develop personal relationships with clientele
Assist with USDA NRCS programs
Farming and irrigation familiarity
Knowledge of engines and pumps
Familiarity with farm machinery and electronics
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree plus three years of experience OR Master's degree
Related technical agricultural or environmental field
Proof of legal authority to work in the US
Work Rights
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States