Mesonet Weather Station Technician

Department Contact:
Rebecca Martinez, , rbanegas

Final date to receive applications:
Mar 5, 2026

Title: Mesonet Weather Station Technician

College/Division: Agricultural Experiment Station

Department: 317000-AGRICULTURAL EXPERIMENT STATION

Location: NMSU satellite location (Ag Science Center, Farmington, NM)

Salary: $21.11 per hour

Schedule: Standard (M-F 8-5)

The New Mexico Climate Center requires a Mesonet Weather Station Technician to maintain high‑quality weather stations in the Zia Met statewide network.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform maintenance and data collection for Zia Met weather station towers across New Mexico.
• Work independently and as part of a team to support the network.
• Travel to various sites within the state as required.
• Report to the Zia Met Director for supervision and mentoring.
• Carry out any related duties as assigned.

Required

Education and Experience:

Associate’s Degree + 2 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with electronics and wiring.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.
• Capability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Willingness to travel to multiple locations in New Mexico.
• Ability to operate power equipment used to maintain site vegetation.
• Effective communication skills.

Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel around New Mexico.

Environment: Moderate exposure to extreme temperatures, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and loud noises.

Physical Effort: Moderate physical activity. Heavy lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds required.

Risk: Exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations requiring extensive safety precautions and protective equipment.

The electronic application is the
* official* document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application.

New Mexico State University does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or other non‑merit factor.