What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farm Service Installation Tech I position at DAIRY ONE COOPERATIVE INC?
Job Details
Farm Installation Tech 1 - Perry, GA
OUR ORGANIZATION:
Dairy One Cooperative exists to help farms and members of the agricultural community succeed. We turn data into key decision-making information that is utilized to develop sound business decisions focused on enhancing profitability and operational efficiency. Our staff works diligently to provide leading-edge, decision-making tools and information to the agricultural community we serve. We strive to be a trusted, value-added business partner to our members and stakeholders.
Dairy One Cooperative is based in Ithaca, NY. We serve approximately 2500 dairy farm members throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region. Our dedicated staff of over 250 employees stand ready to assist our members and customers each day.
Job Description:
The Farm Systems Installation Technician I is part of a team that installs and supports information systems for dairy farms across the country. This is a career track technical position with room for growth. Responsibilities include installation and support of networks, surveillance cameras, computers and computer hardware. This position requires a strong technical aptitude and experience and a desire to work in a farm setting with a team approach. The position is physically demanding and requires work in a variety of environmental conditions (heat and cold) and significant travel (minimum 60% of time) throughout the United States.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
On site work is largely performed outdoors with regular exposure to a variety of weather conditions.
Work is performed on farms in close proximity to cows.
Work is performed using ladders and aerial lifts with heights up to 100 feet.
Work requires driving a vehicle and some air travel.
MENTAL AND VISUAL DEMANDS:
Ability to use a computer and telephone several hours a day in an office environment.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to sit, stand, kneel, climb ladders, and lift up to 80 pounds as needed.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate's degree in animal science, General Agriculture, Information Systems, or relevant field and at least 1 year of relevant experience (Ie. repairing Windows based computers, deploying point to multipoint wireless networks, or providing IT based managed services.) Additional relevant experience can substitute for education.
Valid driver’s license
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
General knowledge of electricity and wiring.
Previous experience in building trades, finish work, or general construction.
Salary : $50,000 - $75,000
