Irrigation Tech

Irrigation Technician

This position is responsible for installing, testing, and maintaining irrigation equipment including sprinklers, pumps, water lines, and suction valves. Irrigation technicians may also be required to operate heavy machinery for trenching and install wiring systems for water timers.

• Designs, installs, troubleshoots, and repairs many types and models of irrigation controllers, including electrical.
• Assists field personnel with diagnosing and troubleshooting irrigation related problems.
• Uses a proactive approach to irrigation system management.
• Performs site assessments, inspects equipment, inventory supplies and maintains adequate on‑hand supplies.
• Maintains, repairs and troubleshoots numerous sizes and types of control valves.
• Repairs irrigation mainlines from 1” to 12” in size, using components and techniques established by the industry.
• Repairs backflow prevention devices
• Train personnel as needed.
• Conform to OSHA regulations.
• Maintains detailed records of maintenance activities and completed work orders.
• Communicate any and all issues with supervisors within the organization.
• Prepares necessary documents and reports.
• Assists in the creation of a culture of safety and environmental protection by performing work safely in accordance with company safety procedures.
• Operates equipment safely and reports any unsafe work conditions or practices to the supervisor.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Attends meetings as needed.

• Must be 18 years‑of‑age or older.
• Must be able to operate or use trenching and boring equipment and shovel to prepare trenches.
• Possesses knowledge of methods, tools, equipment, materials, and practices used in the irrigation trade.
• Must have knowledge of PVC installation and techniques.
• Able to provide detailed irrigation site assessments.
• Able to perform basic math calculations.
• Able to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.
• Work in a safe, skillful, and timely manner.
• Understand and use proper safety procedures.
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and clients.

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