Job Title: Automation Manager

Location: Kennewick, WA

• Must reside within commutable distance of Kennewick, WA.
• Must be willing to Travel

MUST HAVE:

• Automation Technician experience
• Installation experience – irrigation and other hydraulic controllers
• Management experience (Leading Others)
• Ability to work outdoors year-round
• Microsoft and Google computer skills
• High School Diploma

Experience required: 5 Years

Education level: High school or equivalent

Job function: Engineering

Industry: Farming

In this role, the Automation Manager will supervise and lead a team of automation technicians to accomplish installation projects. The supervisor facilitates the installation, operation, monitoring, and maintenance of computer-controlled irrigation and hydraulic systems. They will work regularly with low-voltage electrical components, hydraulic controls, and other electro-mechanical devices (valves, pumps, filters, chemical injectors, etc).

Automation Technician Responsibilities:

• Install irrigation and other hydraulic controllers including radios, solar panels, antennas, antenna masts, valve solenoids, pump relays, critter guards
• Install (trench when necessary) conduit and run wire to interconnect devices
• Troubleshoot components and processes and if needed, replace the defective hardware and test functionality before leaving a site
• Calibrate sensors and ensure water meters, switches, and other devices are reporting accurate values
• Test valves, pumps, and other outputs for proper functionality
• Provide remote and on-site support, in rare cases, respond to emergency support calls on Saturday
• Train customers on the system once it is automated

Supervisor responsibilities:

• Recruit, train, and guide automation technicians
• Manage work schedules and timecards
• Provide troubleshooting
• Train customers on the use of automation software and automation systems, including manual overrides, simple troubleshooting, etc.
• Work closely with the Operations Manager on equipment needs, priorities, ongoing projects, and real-time issues
• Consult with the Director of Automation to resolve complex issues
• Oversee automation projects and report daily status to the operations manager
• Ensure pickup trucks and equipment are maintained as required
• Ensure that safety policies are strictly adhered to
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills:

• Management capabilities – leading a team for high performance
• Strong communication skills – written and oral
• Must have a passion for customer satisfaction
• Must have the desire to work outdoors year-round and travel frequently
• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent, Associates Degree preferred
• MS & Google computer skills. NetSuite and FSL are preferred but not required, training will be provided
• Technical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to complete assigned tasks under time requirements and seasonal picks
• May be required to lift/move items in excess of 75 lbs.
• Full-time job

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account & Dependent Daycare Spending Account – HSA Account
• 401K (starts after 90-day waiting period), with company match up to 4%
• Discretionary Vacation Policy, 10 company observed Holidays

Preferred Skills:

• NetSuite and FSL experience
• Associates Degree