Farm Irrigation & Heavy Equipment Technician

City of Lubbock

Lubbock (TX)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 52,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

City of Lubbock is seeking a hands-on Agriculture Equipment Operator to operate, maintain, and repair a range of heavy equipment used in farming and irrigation projects. The role requires experience with center pivot irrigation and pumps, plus the ability to manage parts inventories and coordinate field activities.

The position involves long hours, including weekend duty and on-call coverage, and requires a valid Texas driver’s license.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent with 1–3 years of farm labor experience.
Valid Texas Driver’s License required; a current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is preferred
Knowledge of TCEQ wastewater permit and related compliance
Physical stamina for labor-intensive tasks and ability to operate heavy agricultural equipment
Ability to follow instructions and safety guidelines

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain heavy equipment such as tractors, harvesters, cultivators, backhoes, irrigation equipment.
Inspect equipment and perform routine maintenance and repairs.
Assist with planting, irrigating, and harvesting crops.
Maintain inventory of parts and supplies.
Coordinate irrigation activities with farming operations.
Rotate weekend duty and be on-call.
Comply with all State regulations and TCEQ permit; maintain required records.
Communicate with farm management on equipment condition.