Irrigation Systems Technician: Field Maintenance Pro
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a skilled Irrigation Systems Technician to maintain and repair irrigation infrastructure for agricultural operations around Nelspruit. The role involves ensuring reliable operation of drip, sprinkler, and pivot systems, with hands-on maintenance and fault diagnosis.
You will install new components, monitor water usage, and keep maintenance records, working in a small team focused on productive agriculture.
Qualifications
- Technical qualification in Mechanical Fitting or Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience as an Irrigation Technician or similar maintenance role in agriculture.
- Strong understanding of irrigation components, hydraulics and electrical controls.
- Proficiency with diagnostic tools and mechanical/electrical repairs.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on all irrigation systems.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues within the irrigation network.
- Install, test, and commission new irrigation components and systems.
- Monitor system performance and water usage; adjust for efficiency.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs and parts inventory.
- Respond to urgent repair requests to minimize downtime and water wastage.
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Job description
Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a skilled Irrigation Systems Technician to maintain and repair irrigation infrastructure for agricultural operations around Nelspruit. The role involves ensuring reliable operation of drip, sprinkler, and pivot systems, with hands-on maintenance and fault diagnosis.
You will install new components, monitor water usage, and keep maintenance records, working in a small team focused on productive agriculture.
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