Farm Irrigation & Equipment Technician

California Polytechnic State University; San Luis Obispo (CA); Hybride; USD 48 000 - 53 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Cal Poly Emergency Hire - Farm Maintenance Mechanic in Agricultural Operations is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing irrigation and water distribution systems across campus. The role requires diagnosing problems, welding and fabricating components, and operating tractors and other farm equipment.

Strong attention to safety and the ability to perform repairs on complex mechanical systems are essential for keeping Cal Poly's agricultural infrastructure running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of irrigation, pumping, and water distribution systems.
• Ability to safely operate agricultural and construction equipment.
• Ability to perform welding, cutting, and basic metal fabrication.

Responsabilités

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair irrigation and water systems.
• Diagnose system problems and determine repairs.
• Operate tractors and related farm equipment.
• Perform welding, cutting, and fabrication of equipment.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on farm equipment.
• Assist with construction and maintenance of agricultural facilities.
• Follow safety and environmental requirements.
• Perform other related Agricultural Operations duties.

Connaissances

Irrigation systems

Troubleshooting

Operate equipment

Formation

Apprenticeship program or equivalent to four years journey-level

Two years journey-level experience

Outils

Welding

Metal fabrication

Description du poste

Cal Poly Emergency Hire - Farm Maintenance Mechanic in Agricultural Operations is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing irrigation and water distribution systems across campus. The role requires diagnosing problems, welding and fabricating components, and operating tractors and other farm equipment.

Strong attention to safety and the ability to perform repairs on complex mechanical systems are essential for keeping Cal Poly's agricultural infrastructure running smoothly.