Field Technician Internship (IoT & AgTech)
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Job Description
About neatMon, Inc.:
neatMon, Inc. develops environmental and agricultural IoT (Internet of Things) monitoring tools. Their focus is on helping growers and operators reduce resource consumption, specifically water, energy, and chemicals. They achieve this by combining smart sensors, remote software, and machine learning to support sustainable and efficient farming practices in vineyards, orchards, and farms.
Job Description: Field Technician Internship (IoT & AgTech)
This is a hands-on internship position suitable for someone who enjoys outdoor work, technical problem-solving, and contributing to sustainability through technology. The Field Technician Intern will be responsible for assisting with the deployment, maintenance, and troubleshooting of IoT systems in real-world agricultural environments.
Key Responsibilities:
• Installation: Install IoT hardware, sensors, and communication devices (e.g., Wi-Fi, LoRa, cellular) at customer sites (vineyards, orchards, etc.).
• Configuration: Assist in configuring software for data monitoring and automation systems.
• Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Perform routine maintenance, diagnostics, and basic troubleshooting of IoT systems in the field.
• Documentation: Document installation steps and service notes for internal tracking and customer use.
• Customer Support: Support growers by customizing solutions to meet specific farm needs.
• Travel: Travel to vineyards, orchards, and other agricultural locations throughout Northern California for deployments and service calls.
Requirements:
• Basic knowledge of electronics, sensors, or networking (e.g., Wi-Fi, LoRa, cellular).
• Experience or coursework in agriculture, engineering, environmental science, or AgTech is preferred.
• Comfortable working independently outdoors and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Practical problem-solver with strong communication and observational skills.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to travel as needed for field deployments and service calls.
Internship Details:
• Schedule: Approximately 15 hours per week, with flexibility based on academic and project schedules.
• Location: Field-based in Napa Valley and surrounding Northern California areas.
• Compensation: $22 per hour.
• Perks:
• Mentorship from experienced field technicians.
• Career growth opportunities within the company.
• Potential for future employment along the Central Coast and West Coast.
