Mesonet Technician

Responsible for routine and emergency maintenance of Louisiana Mesonet environmental monitoring sites.

· Troubleshooting and repairing/replacing failed sensors and electronic equipment at Mesonet sites on a deadline basis.

· Operating power equipment to maintain site vegetation.

· Performing on-site calibrations of Mesonet sensors and calibrating instruments in Mesonet laboratories.

· Submitting paperwork and digital metadata on a deadline basis to document sensor problems and site conditions/inspections.

· Installing and testing sensors and electronic equipment at new Mesonet sites.

· Serving as a point of contact and interacting with site hosts, local media, partners, and users regarding Mesonet operations, research, and outreach.

· Accessing Mesonet and complementary databases for use in reports in support of research.

· Using statistical and/or geographic information systems software to analyze, display, and/or interpret Louisiana Mesonet data.

· Representing the Louisiana Mesonet at professional meetings or trade shows

· Operating a Mesonet vehicle in a safe and courteous manner.

· Associate degree or 2 years college study completed in Engineering, Electronics, Meteorology, or a related technical field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.

· Valid Class D driver’s license, clean driving record, and ability to drive for long periods of time.

· Ability to work outdoors in varying and extreme weather conditions.

· Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (45 pounds and over).

· Ability to climb including ladders and communication towers (up to 30 feet) where agility or balance is an issue.

· Ability to work a flexible schedule that occasionally includes overnight & weekend travel

· Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology or related technical discipline.

· 12 months experience in remote weather station management/maintenance.

· Knowledge of meteorological instrumentation and equipment for environmental monitoring, including testing and calibration procedures.

· Previous datalogger experience (especially Campbell Scientific).

· Experience with analog and digital sensors, DC power systems, basic circuits, etc.

· Experience with wireless communications, RS-485, SDI-12, and other communications.

· Knowledge and skills involving data analysis and visualization using statistical and/or geographic information systems software.

· Scientific and technical writing skills.

· Interpersonal communication and public speaking skills.

Salary : $40,000