The purpose of this position is to support the activities of the irrigation program conducted at the SWREC research plots. Activities include installation of soil moisture sensors; operating and maintaining farm machinery and irrigation systems with variable rate irrigation features; monitoring and maintenance of other sensors and equipment in the field; programming, installation and troubleshooting data logger; downloading data from data loggers and web servers; soil and water sampling/measurement; and hand harvesting of crops at the end of cropping season.
The Southwest Research-Extension Center, established in 1907, epitomizes Kansas State University Research and Extension's enduring commitment to agricultural research in southwest Kansas. The center boasts state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology in dryland and irrigated crop production while expanding to support Family and Consumer Sciences and 4-H Youth Development. Through steadfast dedication to its mission, the center addresses K-State Research and Extension's grand challenges, serving as a cornerstone of progress and prosperity in the region. Many of the research-based recommendations for the western region of the state were conducted and evaluated in this facility.
This position is on-site.
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Preferred Qualifications:
Other Requirements:
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship
Please submit the following documents:
1. Resume
2. Three professional references
Immediately and continues until position is filled.
$19.00-$26.00
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