Irrigation Specialist

Pictsweet Company; Halifax Regional Municipality; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Irrigation Specialist to enhance their team on the farms. This role involves installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining irrigation systems to ensure optimal performance and efficiency. You'll coordinate with farm management, manage parts inventory, and provide recommendations tailored to the farm's needs. With a focus on hands-on work, you'll be involved in the design and implementation of irrigation systems, working outdoors and utilizing your expertise in agriculture. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a growing company that values its employees and provides comprehensive benefits from day one.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Employer Match

Paid Vacation Days

Paid Sick Leave

Ten Paid Holidays

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; A.S. in Agriculture preferred.
• Experience with agricultural irrigation systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair irrigation systems on farms.
• Coordinate watering schedules and maintain irrigation equipment.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Ability to Work in Various Weather Conditions

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

A.S. in Agriculture or Similar Field

Tools

Irrigation Equipment

General Farm Equipment

Computerized Irrigation Systems

Job description

Overview

The Pictsweet Company is growing! We are currently recruiting for an Irrigation Specialist to join our team on the company farms. The Irrigation Specialist will install, troubleshoot, repair, monitor and schedule irrigation systems on company farms to ensure proper performance and maximum efficiency.

Benefits

• Benefits begin on first day of employment for Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, & FSA

• 100% Company paid benefits include Group Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, & Long-Term Disability Insurance

• 401k with Employer Match

• Vacation days, sick leave, & ten paid holidays

Responsibilities

• Coordinate watering schedules with the Farm Manager.
• Ensure accurate and uniform application rates for the crop.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair irrigation equipment as needed.
• Manage parts inventory and maintenance records for all services performed.
• Provide system recommendations to fit the needs of the farm.
• Design and read blueprints in order to layout, locate, and install irrigation pipes, valves, and wiring.
• Operate general farm and trenching equipment as needed for irrigation services.
• Prepare ground for installation of new irrigation equipment.
• Understand and implement computerized irrigation systems, including remote monitoring/control systems.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
  • A.S. in Agriculture or similar course of study is preferred.

• General knowledge and understanding of crop production.
• Prior work experience on agricultural irrigation systems.
• Prior plumbing and welding experience is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy objects.

The Pictsweet Company is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/V/H