Job Description:

• 1) Tends sprinkler system that irrigates land: Lays out strings along designated pipeline settings in field.

• 2) Connects pipe, using snap lock or wrench to tighten collar clamp.

• 3) Attaches revolving sprinkler heads to vertical pipes at designated points along pipeline.

• 4) Starts gasoline engine and adjusts controls that move self-propelled wheel line sprinkler system across field or pushes on switch that activates circle sprinkler system, and starts pump that forces water through system to irrigate crops.

• 5) Observes revolving sprinklers to ensure uniform distribution of water to all areas.

• 6) Lubricates, adjusts, and repairs or replaces parts, such as sprinkler heads and drive chains to maintain system, using handtools.

• 7) Disassembles system and moves it to next location after specified time intervals.