Field Operations ManagerDesert Control

The Field Operations Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for directing and optimizing Desert Control’s field operations across California and Arizona. This position is responsible for developing process excellence and installation quality within the Yuma, AZ team, and leading both expansion and development of a second field team based near Bakersfield, California. 

This role requires both strategic thinking and boots-on-the-ground operational execution—ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of every product deployment. The Field Operations Manager will be directing teams on the ground for each operation. Individual jobs generally last a day to three weeks, and depending on the operation's location, travel may be up to 100% some weeks. Travel is generally less than 40% annually. 

• Lead, organize, and oversee all field operations for product production and application at customer locations, ensuring timely, safe, and high-quality execution 

• Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance consistency, efficiency, and field performance for mobilization of people, equipment, and raw materials to and from customer property to maximize production and application of our products through customer irrigation systems 

• Supervise and build field operations teams, starting with the existing team in Yuma, AZ and expanding into California 

  • Hire, train, and develop high-performing staff for both locations 

• Manage logistics: 

  • Equipment readiness, materials procurement, vehicle maintenance, and project planning and scheduling 

• Enforce OSHA and company safety standards, ensuring a safe work environment and zero time-loss incidents 

• Provide technical guidance for temporary integration of our production equipment with irrigation systems, pumps, pressurized water movement, and field machinery 

• Oversee vehicle and equipment maintenance programs 

  • Establish schedules, clearly delegate tasks, ensure safe, optimal operation 

• Maintain communication with clients, growers, golf superintendents, and municipal managers up to and through project completion 

• Represent Desert Control as a professional partner on site 

• Collaborate with sales and operations leadership to scope, plan, and prepare new projects 

• Manage documentation, including project plans, task assignments, project logs, safety reports, and client feedback 

• Utilize project management tools such as Excel, MS Teams, Confluence, and Jira for field reporting and coordination 

• Act as operational right hand to the Managing Director, contributing to growth strategy and business scale-up efforts 

• Act as a first-in last-out leader of a blue-collar, bi-lingual team, working shoulder to shoulder with them when needed, while presenting as the field extension of company leadership

• Represent the company brand with pride and professionalism that earns the respect of the internal team as well as customers who include golf course owners/managers and multi-million to billion dollar agriculture companies

• 5+ years of field operations, project, or equipment management experience in agriculture, irrigation, construction, or industrial settings 

• Proven experience mobilizing people, equipment, and resources to remote sites under tight schedules 

• Strong mechanical aptitude; familiarity with pumps, hoses, and high-pressure water systems 

• OSHA-30 certification required (or willingness to obtain as employer paid training) 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (required) and digital project tracking tools (Teams, Confluence, Jira can be employer trained OJT) 

• Excellent leadership, communication, and troubleshooting skills 

• Formal Irrigation Certification preferred 

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required 

Desert Control America, part of the global Desert Control Group, is leading a new era of sustainable soil management and water conservation across the arid regions of the western United States. Our breakthrough Liquid Natural Clay (LNC) technology transforms sandy and degraded soils into fertile, water-retaining land—empowering farmers, land managers, and golf courses to grow more with less water. 

Operating in California and Arizona, we’re committed to reversing desertification and supporting the future of regenerative agriculture and sustainable landscapes. 

• 100% company-paid employee health, dental, vision, life & disability insurance 

• 401(k) 

• Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement 

• 3 weeks PTO (accrues as 120 hours per year) 

• 10 paid holidays 

• Bonus (up to $30,000/year) for safety record, high efficiency labor utilization and project completions 

• Zero time-loss accidents and full compliance with safety standards 

• Strong team retention and successful launch of the California operations team 

• Measurable process improvements in installation quality and project efficiency 

• High customer satisfaction and repeat client engagement 

• A hands-on in-field leader who leads by example and takes pride in field excellence 

• A problem solver who thrives in dynamic environments and finds solutions on-the-ground in real time 

• A team-builder committed to safety, quality, and purpose-driven performance