Remote Supervisor

is seeking a full-time dedicated and experienced Irrigation Service Supervisor to join our team As an Alsum Farms Irrigation Service Supervisor, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and operating irrigation systems on our fields. Why the Irrigation Service Supervisor position is important to Alsum Farms: Irrigation has enhanced both the productivity and profitability of the agricultural sector – and our potato crops are no different. Job Type: Full-time
Job Schedule: The working hours for this position are Monday to Friday, with additional work on Saturdays and Sundays during Planting, Harvest, and some periods in the Summer season. The typical shift starts at 6:00 am and ends at approximately 4:00 pm.
Maintain, repair, and operate irrigation systems on our fields during Spring through late Summer
Assist in other aspects of farm operations as needed, including equipment operation, equipment maintenance, planter or hiller moves, and keeping farm storage lines running during Harvest season
Perform higher level repair work in the farm shop during the Winter season
Organize, plan, and order parts for the next irrigation season
Travel between farms to provide irrigation system maintenance and support
Use a laptop or iPad to remotely operate irrigation equipment
Extensive experience in diagnosing, repairing, and working with 480-voltage equipment required
Post-secondary electrical education is preferred
Prior experience working on a farm and familiarity with farm operations are essential
Knowledge of other farm equipment and machinery is preferred
Proficiency in using laptops or iPads for remote operation of irrigation equipment
Ability to adapt to a seasonal business and take on short-term roles during the off-season
Ability to utilize Human Resource Information System (HRIS) software as a user
Valid state motor vehicle license with acceptable motor vehicle record and ability to drive a manual truck is required
Ability to use hands to fix and replace machinery parts
Alsum Farms & Produce offers its full-time (30 hours or more) employees:
~ Voluntary dental, life, disability, and vision insurance
~ Vacation and holiday pay
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