Irrigation Tech II
Paterson, NJ - USA
Job Summary
Location: Paterson WA
Job Requisition ID: Req-260644
Time Type: Full time
About Lamb Weston
Youve probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry and public Fortune 500 company we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers restaurants and households in over 100 countries around the world.
A highly innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset we empower every individual to make a genuine difference. Youll gain access to hands-on training to fuel your growth and success explore opportunities for new solutions and youll join a winning team of 10000 people all dedicated to raising the bar together.
If you have a strong drive for results a desire to help us bring the world together through our fries and are ready for a fresh challenge we want to hear from you.
Job Description Summary
This is an Entry level with low experience. The Irrigation Technician oversees the operation and repair of the center pivot irrigation machines and training on using Basestation3 system.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities:
Working on knowledge of the hydraulic water valves and delivery system.
Often required to operate small and medium backhoes loaders and trenchers.
Is willing to be trained in either Welding or Electrical.
Operating Basestation3 and working with growers.
Complies with all safety policies practices and procedures. Reports on all unsafe activities to the departments Safety Officer.
Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
Provides leadership to others through example and sharing knowledge and skills.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Basic & Preferred Qualifications
Position Requirements
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid current drivers license is required.
Must be in very good health and above average physical condition in order to handle this very physically demanding position which requires long hours of outdoor exposure to the elements.
Bilingual abilities are a plus.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operations and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals.
Ability to compute rate ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs..
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule form.
Intermediate personal computer skills including electronic mail routine database activity word processing spreadsheet graphics etc.
Physical Environment/Demands:
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to stand walk bend stoop climb twist and turn frequently.
Exposed to outdoor and indoor environments that vary from hot to cold exposure for up to 14 hours per work day including loud noise excessive heat cold wet slippery conditions dirt fumes smoke smells and allergies
Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead and in or under the equipment.
Requires manual dexterity overall coordination and good balance to work at ground level and in high places to perform job dutiesthe ability to operate work-related equipment.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders to enter equipment regularly.
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Industry-Competitive Benefits
Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive. Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:
Health Insurance Benefits - Medical Dental Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care and Health Reimbursement Accounts
Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
Paid Time Off
Financial Wellness Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions Financial Planning Services Employee Stock purchase program and Health Savings Accounts Life and Accident insurance
Family-Friendly Employee events
Employee Assistance Program services mental health and other concierge type services
Benefits may vary based on location job role/level job status and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Anticipated Close Date
The anticipated close date is a good faith estimate for when this job will be closed. Some jobs may be unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs.Anticipated Close Date: 06/05/2026
Pay Transparency
In compliance with applicable state and local laws Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range based on various factors including but not limited to a candidates work location job duties experience and expertise. A reasonable hourly estimate for this role is listed below.Pay Rate or Range: $25.50
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity and expression age disability veteran status or any other protected factor under federal state or local law
About Company
Lamb Weston is a world leading brand in high quality frozen potato products, sold in over 100 countries. A partner in potatoes famous for its inventive fries such as Twisters, Hot2Home and Dippers .