SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday: 7:30 am- 4 pm
SALARY: $25-28/hr
GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:
Performs intermediate skilled work in the repair, maintenance, and care of irrigation system and pumps; does related work as required
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Along with supervisory skills and your proactive manner, we require a minimum of 1 year of productive experience in the installation, inspection and repair of irrigation systems
· A valid drivers license
· Good knowledge of trenchers, multi-meters, wire locators, ditchers and pipe sizing are also essential
· Bilingual in Spanish
· Ability to create and read site map, colored charts/legends
TYPICAL FUNCTIONS:
· Operate wire-tracking device locating irrigation wires
· Operate trencher and knowledge of operating procedures
· Repairs and maintains irrigation systems and pumps
· Digs ditches for irrigation lines
· Helps disassemble pumps, replaces defective parts, and reassembles pump; Checks all pump stations for leaks and ensure proper operation
· Check all pump stations for proper operation and troubleshooting
· Checks clocks, timers, valves, and heads
· Replaces missing heads; repairs broken lines
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
· General knowledge of the tools, materials, and equipment used in irrigation system maintenance and repair work
· Thorough knowledge of the materials, equipment, tools, and techniques of irrigation system repair and maintenance
· Some knowledge of safety precautions applicable to the duties of the job
· Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
· Ability to use common hand tools
· Ability to operate required machinery and equipment
· Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods
· Ability to direct the work of others
· Skill in the operation, maintenance, and repair of electric irrigation controllers
· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates
· Basic operation knowledge