IRRIGATION TECHNICIAN

Description

Duties:

· Perform advanced irrigation system installation and repair work, to include location and troubleshooting existing water lines, designing new and redesigning existing irrigation systems and determining if systems are functioning properly and efficiently.

· Assist in analysis of irrigation system layout; participate in determining strategies for new and existing irrigation systems, conduct studies to determine deficiencies or ineffective water flow/distribution; analyze water loss and pressure.

· Assist in the installation connection and testing of irrigation lines, irrigation systems and related water systems; perform routine irrigation system installation work as necessary, such as laying and connecting water lines and installing irrigation fixtures.

· Assist in the repair or replacement of such items as broken, leaky or corroding above and below ground level lines and valves, perform minor repair work, as necessary, on clogged irrigation equipment, such as controllers and valves.

· Service, clean, and check for efficiency of valves, heads, nozzles and all irrigation lines.

· Clean the exterior of the filtration system and piping at the pump house weekly. 

· Tasks as assigned.