Irrigation Specialist and Assistant Farm Manager

Irrigation Management & Technical Duties

• Plan, develop, and execute irrigation and fertigation schedules for perennial crops with irrigation operators.
• Career coordination irrigation timing with crop needs and Director of Perennial Crops direction.
• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all irrigation systems including drip, pumps, controls, hand line, and underground systems.
• Install, maintain, and manage remote irrigation monitoring systems.
• Calculate and apply nutrient and fertigation applications per schedule.
• Inspect irrigation systems as requested using ATVs, 4-wheelers, or small tractors and correct malfunctions.
• Maintain accurate daily irrigation and fertilizer application records.
• Aid in construction of new irrigation systems and major pipe repairs.
• Order irrigation materials and manage irrigation equipment inventory.

Farm Management & Crop Production Support

• Aid the Farm Manager/ Director of Perennial Crops in achieving target crop quantity, quality, and budgets.
• Determine crop- and field-specific production steps, required inputs, labor, and resources.
• Aid in developing crop and field budgets, including overhead allocations.
• Support creation and execution of production schedules for assigned crops and fields.
• Track actual costs versus budget and assist with daily and seasonal cost review.
• Avoid inaccurately recording and coding financial data, including timekeeping and labor.
• Aid in preparation of monthly variance and cost reports.
• Identify opportunities to improve yield, efficiency, cost control, and processes.
• Coordinate equipment, labor, and resources to meet schedules within budget.
• Aid in certification compliance, including organic, sustainable, food safety, and quality requirements.

Data, Reporting & Communication

• Gather, analyze, and present irrigation and crop data.
• Develop spreadsheets and reports to support irrigation, crop status, and cost analysis.
• Provide timely and accurate crop and irrigation status reports.
• Communicate schedules and field conditions with irrigation crews, supervisors, and farm leadership.
• Provide routine and situation-specific information across departments and external partners as needed.

Leadership, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure employees receive required company, regulatory, and task-based training.
• Promote safe work practices and ensure safe working conditions at all times.
• Uphold and model Stahlbush Island Farms’ Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Maintain responsibility for food safety and quality across all shifts.
• Travel to satellite farms as needed to support farm operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned and backup coverage for Director of Perennial crops and irrigation operators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an agriculture-related field.
• Agricultural field experience preferred.
• Must obtain a Pesticide Applicator’s License within six (6) months of hire.