Irrigation Technician 1

Summary:

Operate, repair, and maintain the center pivot irrigation systems and valves using appropriate equipment.

Essential Functions:

• Monitor the voltage, resistance, and amperage of the electrical circuits, motors, and fuses for the irrigation system.
• Perform routine maintenance of the center pivot machines and booster pumps.
• Operate small to medium diggers, trenchers, boom trucks, and other farm equipment for the installation, repair and maintenance of the irrigation system.
• Construct and install electrical panels for the operation of the irrigation system.
• Test and replace electrical components and wiring, using test meters, soldering equipment, and hand tools.

Scope and Accountability:

• Incumbent's decisions and actions rarely and minimally impact the company's revenue and operations. Decisions and actions may have a moderate impact on reputation, and/or customer satisfaction.
• Incumbent follows routine procedures and established guidelines, does not independently make decisions, and performs work under moderate to close supervision.
• Work under established guidelines and controls including Corporate Social Responsibility Report, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), NEC (National Electrical Code), Safety Data Sheets (SDS), application reports, farm equipment, Oregon Department of Agriculture, and the Oregon Department of Labor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Certified Agricultural Irrigations Specialist (CAIS) or the equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• 1 year of related experience. Previous electrical experience or training a plus.
• Punctual and consistent attendance.
• Knowledge of irrigation practices and applications.
• Knowledge of welding and metallurgy techniques.
• Knowledge of hydraulic water valves and delivery systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical problems.
• Current Driver’s License required.
• Bilingual skills (English and Spanish) a plus.

Work Environment:

• Majority of work is outdoors with some exposure to extreme weather conditions.
• Regularly required to stand, sit, grasp, drive, lift, walk, bend, reach, kneel, turn, twist and make repetitive motions with hands and feet for up to 10 hours.
• Regularly lift up to 100 pounds.
• Able to work at moderate heights.
• Substantial extra hours and ability to work weekends is required.
• Provide own small hand tools for daily use.
• Ability to safely wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) due to possible exposure to chemicals and the farm environment

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