Irrigation Tech

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• 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.
• Affords assistance 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and clients.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment.