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Irrigation Installation/Service Technician
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What they do
A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.
$33,269 / year median in Texas
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Turns Irrigation systems on and off as designated.
- Operates timers, clocks, and controls for sprinklers.
- May assist in various maintenance activities as required.
- Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies, promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Performs snow removal, as required.
- Performs routine inspections of irrigation systems to identify issues such as leaks, clogs, or malfunctioning components.
- Adjusts and fine-tunes irrigation systems for optimal performance, including calibrating sprinkler heads and adjusting spray patterns.
- Monitors and manages water usage, ensuring efficient and effective watering practices to conserve water and meet environmental standards.
- Communicates with clients to understand their irrigation needs, provides recommendations, and explains system operation.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.