Field Electrical Technician — Irrigation Systems

Morris, Inc.; Fort Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

Holiday pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Profit sharing

Life and accidental death & dismemberm

Job summary

Morris, Inc. is hiring an Agriculture Irrigation & Electrical Technician to service center pivot irrigation systems across Central South Dakota. The role emphasizes hands-on electrical work, troubleshooting, and field servicing of electrical panels, VFDs, transformers, and motors.

You will travel between farm sites, maintain equipment, and ensure safety and compliance with NEC and state regs. CDL/License goals are supported by the company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; electrical degree preferred.
• Valid South Dakota driver’s license; CDL preferred or willingness to obtain.
• SD Electrical License — apprentice level minimum, or willingness to obtain.
• Reinke Plus certification preferred, or willingness to obtain.
• Forklift and small equipment operation experience.
• Knowledge of VFD and control systems a plus.
• Strong self-motivation, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to lift at least 75 lbs. repeatedly and perform sustained physical, outdoor work.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, diagnose, and repair center pivot irrigation systems in the field.
• Troubleshoot and resolve pivot functionality issues — mechanical, structural, and electrical.
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical control panels, wiring, and lighting systems.
• Perform general electrical maintenance on facility and field equipment.
• Inspect transformers, circuit breakers, electric motors, and other electrical components.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues using testing devices and diagnostic equipment.
• Maintain knowledge of VFD and control systems and testing equipment.
• Follow the National Electrical Code and state/local building regulations.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Communication skills

Time management

VFD & control systems knowledge

Education

Associate’s degree in electrical

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Small equipment operation

Job description

Morris, Inc. is hiring an Agriculture Irrigation & Electrical Technician to service center pivot irrigation systems across Central South Dakota. The role emphasizes hands-on electrical work, troubleshooting, and field servicing of electrical panels, VFDs, transformers, and motors.

You will travel between farm sites, maintain equipment, and ensure safety and compliance with NEC and state regs. CDL/License goals are supported by the company.