Irrigation Technician 1

Threemile Canyon Farms; Boardman (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Threemile Canyon Farms in Boardman, Oregon, is seeking an Irrigation Technician to operate, repair, and maintain center pivot irrigation systems. The role involves monitoring electrical circuits, performing routine machine maintenance, and operating farm equipment.

The candidate should have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and knowledge in irrigation practices. This position requires working outdoors under various weather conditions and the ability to lift up to 100 pounds. Bilingual skills (English and Spanish) are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; CAIS preferred.
• 1+ year of related experience; electrical experience a plus.
• Knowledge of hydraulic water valves and delivery systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor voltage, resistance, and amperage of circuits.
• Perform routine maintenance of center pivot machines.
• Construct and install electrical panels for irrigation.

Skills

Troubleshooting technical problems

Knowledge of irrigation practices

Knowledge of welding

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Agricultural Irrigations Specialist (CAIS)

Tools

Small and medium diggers

Test meters

Soldering equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Summary

Operate, repair, and maintain the center pivot irrigation systems and valves using appropriate equipment.

Essential Functions

• Monitor the voltage, resistance, and amperage of the electrical circuits, motors, and fuses for the irrigation system.
• Perform routine maintenance of the center pivot machines and booster pumps.
• Operate small to medium diggers, trenchers, boom trucks, and other farm equipment for the installation, repair and maintenance of the irrigation system.
• Construct and install electrical panels for the operation of the irrigation system.
• Test and replace electrical components and wiring, using test meters, soldering equipment, and hand tools.

Scope And Accountability

• Incumbent's decisions and actions rarely and minimally impact the company's revenue and operations. Decisions and actions may have a moderate impact on reputation, and/or customer satisfaction.
• Incumbent follows routine procedures and established guidelines, does not independently make decisions, and performs work under moderate to close supervision.
• Work under established guidelines and controls including Corporate Social Responsibility Report, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), NEC (National Electrical Code), Safety Data Sheets (SDS), application reports, farm equipment, Oregon Department of Agriculture, and the Oregon Department of Labor.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• High school diploma or equivalent. Certified Agricultural Irrigations Specialist (CAIS) or the equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• 1+ year of related experience. Previous electrical experience or training a plus.
• Punctual and consistent attendance.
• Knowledge of irrigation practices and applications.
• Knowledge of welding and metallurgy techniques.
• Knowledge of hydraulic water valves and delivery systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical problems.
• Current Driver’s License required.
• Bilingual skills (English and Spanish) a plus.

Work Environment

• Majority of work is outdoors with some exposure to extreme weather conditions.
• Regularly required to stand, sit, grasp, drive, lift, walk, bend, reach, kneel, turn, twist and make repetitive motions with hands and feet for up to 10 hours.
• Regularly lift up to 100 pounds.
• Able to work at moderate heights.
• Substantial extra hours and ability to work weekends is required.
• Provide own small hand tools for daily use.
• Ability to safely wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) due to possible exposure to chemicals and the farm environment.