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Irrigation Support Engineer/Specialist I/II/III - Hiring Pool

$38,012 - $70,460/year (depending on experience)
Irrigation Training and Research Center
Pool will be used to fill vacant positions as they become available. Applicants will be kept on file until December 31, 2010.
Posted: 3/3/2010 8:56:08 AM

Typical Essential Functions

Assists in the development of irrigation research and consulting projects.

Assists in the investigation and analysis of new materials, equipment and irrigation projects. Assists in the implementation of the various research and consulting projects. Often responsible for implementation of major segments of a project.

Assists or prepares time and cost estimates, surveys, statistics and designs for irrigation projects.

Compiles and analyzes data from irrigation studies/projects and assists with and writes technical reports.

Stays current with irrigation technology changes.

Assists in maintaining ITRC facilities and programs, including new construction projects.

Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

Minimum B.S. in Agricultural Engineering with an emphasis in irrigation or very closely related discipline. P.E. license and M.S. desirable. Must have excellent time and budget management skills, demonstrated accurate project estimating skills, effective oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work as an effective team member. Must be able to perform physical labor and work outside, as required. Must be able to travel domestically and overseas.

Support Engineer/Specialist I

Minimum B.S. plus one year experience and demonstrated knowledge in several areas listed below, or M.S.:

a. On-farm irrigation design, management and evaluation

b. Crop water requirements and salinity

c. Water balances

d. Supervisor control and data acquisition

e. Irrigation district modernization

Support Engineer/Specialist II

Minimum B.S. plus two years experience, or M.S. plus one year experience, as detailed above.

Support Engineer/Specialist III

Minimum B.S. plus three years experience, or M.S. plus two years experience as detailed above.

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How To Apply

Click here, to download the Cal Poly Corporation application or visit our Human Resources office to pick up an application. Applications must be received by the closing date indicated. If you have any questions, please email us at cpchr@calpoly.edu or call 805-756-1121.

Mail or hand-deliver your application to:
Cal Poly Corporation
Human Resources, Bldg. 15
San Luis Obispo, CA 93407-0707

The Cal Poly Corporation offers generous benefits including paid vacation and holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a retirement program. Faculty/Staff housing may be available through the Cal Poly Housing Corporation. Cal Poly Corporation is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against individuals with disabilities.