Irrigation Specialist

The Irrigation Specialist will be responsible for managing and optimizing the irrigation systems, including Priva and Famidan, to ensure efficient water use and nutrient delivery for crops grown in both substrate and soil. The role includes maintaining the irrigation systems, preparing fertilizer stock solutions, and adjusting irrigation strategies based on plant needs and environmental conditions.

**Responsibilities**:

- **Irrigation System Management**: Oversee and manage irrigation systems (Priva & Famidan) to ensure they operate efficiently and effectively.
- ** EC and pH Monitoring**: Regularly monitor and adjust EC and pH levels to maintain optimal conditions for plant growth.
- ** Fertilizer Stock Solution Preparation**: Prepare and manage fertilizer stock solutions to ensure precise nutrient delivery.
- ** System Maintenance and Setup**: Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and setup of irrigation systems to prevent downtime and ensure continuous operation.
- ** Plant Monitoring**: Walk the plants regularly to observe their condition and adjust irrigation strategies accordingly to meet their needs.
- ** Data Analysis**: Collect and analyze data related to irrigation performance, plant health, and environmental conditions to make informed decisions.
- ** Documentation**: Maintain detailed records of irrigation activities, system performance, and adjustments made to irrigation strategies.

**Requirements**:

- Desired Agricultural Education: Degree or certification in agriculture, horticulture, or a related field
- Software Proficiency: Familiarity with irrigation management software and data analysis tools.
- Experience with Irrigation Systems: Proven experience in managing irrigation systems, specifically Priva and Famidan.
- Strong understanding of irrigation practices for both substrate and soil-based growing environments.
- Proficiency in monitoring and adjusting EC and pH levels to optimize plant health.
- Fertilizer Preparation
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical Skills
- Ability to walk through large growing areas and work in various environmental conditions.
- Advanceed English

**Compensation & Benefits**:
**Salary Range estimated for the Irrigation Specialist $44,700 to $49,000 USD.**

**About Driscolls**:
Driscoll's is the global market leader for fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries. With more than 100 years of farming heritage and hundreds of independent growers around the world, Driscoll's is passionate about growing fresh, beautiful and delicious berries. Our values of humility, passion and trustworthiness have guided our mission to delight consumers around the world.

Driscoll's exclusive patented berry varieties are developed through years of research using only natural breeding methods - meaning, no GMOs. From farm-to-table, we focus on delivering a high quality, premium berry experience with our many supply chain partners.

Driscoll's is the trusted brand for Only the Finest Berries.

Driscoll's es el proveedor líder en la comercialización de Fresas, Frambuesas, Zarzamoras y Arándanos Azules en el mundo. Con más de 100 años de herencia en agricultura y cientos de productores independiente alrededor del mundo, Driscoll's es una compañía apasionada por cultivar Berries frescas, hermosas y deliciosas. Nuestros valores de humildad, pasión y confianza han guiado nuestra misión de deleitar a los consumidores en el mundo.

Las variedades exclusivas de Driscoll's han sido desarrolladas a través de años de investigación usando sólo métodos de mejoramiento natural. De la granja a la mesa, nos enfocamos en ofrecer una experiência de alta calidad con apoyo de nuestros socios de la cadena de suministro.

Driscoll's es la marca de confianza de sólo las mejores Berries.