Research Technician

　　Requisition ID: 2023-6582

　　of Openings: 1Location: US-UT | US-UTCategory: ExtensionPosition Type: Non-benefited (hourly) Part-TimeJob Classification: Non-BenefitedCollege: College of Agriculture and Applied ScDepartment: Plants Soils and ClimateAdvertised Salary: $16.00 per hour plus state mileage rate

　　OverviewThe technician is responsible for scheduling an appointment with small growers, helping install a smart irrigation controller on their site, and providing hands-on training on using the smart irrigation controller. We will train hired technicians on installing and programming smart irrigation controllers immediately after hire.

　　Responsibilities

　　Contact small-scale specialty crop growers and schedule an appointment to install a smart irrigation controller.Drive to one or more small-scale nurseries and growers within Davis, Salt Lake City and Utah counties.Help install smart irrigation controller on grower's site.Train and teach growers about the benefits of a smart controller.Collect data on water use and water saving.Follow up with growers if there is a need.Qualifications

　　Access to reliable transportation to perform essential job functionsAbility to work outdoorsGood communication skillsRequired DocumentsAlong with the online application, please attach:

　　Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your applicationDocument size may not exceed 10 MB.Advertised Salary$16.00 per hour plus state mileage rate

　　ADAThe environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing).

　　Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Additionally, indoor or outdoor work environments may include being confined or in narrow spaces for periods of time. The incumbent may also be exposed to loud noises or vibrations from equipment, and conditions that may affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. Bending, crawling, and crouching may be required. Incumbents may be required to lift, push, and/or pull objects up to 50 pounds and be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.

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