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Field Technician - Water Logic (Bakersfield, CA)

Location:

Bakersfield, CA, US, 93314-8451

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

We’re hiring a Water Logic Field Technician to support customer irrigation systems in farm environments. This role involves installing and maintaining chemical feed pumps, performing field service work, and ensuring effective communication with team leads. Ideal candidates have mechanical aptitude, irrigation experience, and either hold or are willing to obtain a CDL Class A with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements.

Key Responsibilities

+ Complete equipment installation, repair and other work as assigned.

+ Chemical pump maintenance.

+ Field Service reports.

+ Installation of pumps and water treatment for irrigation systems in a farm setting

+ Conduct preventative maintenance/repairs on chemical feed pumps. Maintain inventory of spare parts, tubing, lube oil for each pump.

+ Maintain effective two-way communication with the primary representative or their supervisor if they are not available, so that they are continually aware of all personal, business and training needs.

+ Perform other duties as requested.

Typical Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Relevant Experience

+ Light welding knowledge.

+ Must have irrigation experience in farm fields.

+ Mechanical aptitude, familiarity with electrical and plumbing basics related to feed and control equipment.

+ Must have or be willing to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A.

+ Must have or be willing to obtain Hazmat and Tankers Endorsements upon hire.

Required Certifications

+ CDL Class A License

+ Hazmat Endorsement

+ Tanker Endorsement

Other Information

Ag-Industry Hours – overtime in peak season as required.

Job Requisition ID: 22499

Travel Required: Less than 10%

Location(s): SGS Retail - Bakersfield

Country: United States

Wage range or rate of pay: $19.00 - $24.00/HR

The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

Attractive total rewards package that includes:

+ Medical, dental, vision coverage

+ 401(k) savings plan

+ 10 Paid Holidays

+ Paid Time Off (where applicable)

+ Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)

+ Education Assistance (where applicable)

+ Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com

The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.