Job Description:

• 1) Installs and maintains self-propelled circle-irrigation system on farms according to specifications: Reads work order to ascertain type system to be installed, installation location, and operating specifications.

• 2) Drives truck to haul tools and equipment to work site.

• 3) Raises prefabricated sections of irrigator into position, using truck-mounted crane, and connects sections together with precut structural aluminum and bolts.

• 4) Installs water pipe and sprinkler heads along framework, using pipe-wrenches and couplings.

• 5) Positions, seals, and secures irrigator to pivot of water supply, using crane, wrenches, and packing compound.

• 6) Activates irrigator and observes operation to verify synchronization of drive-wheels, and specified distribution and volume of water.

• 7) Replaces defective water lines, sprinkler heads, and structural members, using pipe threader, tube cutters, welding equipment, and handtools.

• 8) Tests and replaces electrical wiring and components, using test meter, soldering equipment, and wire strippers.

• 9) Periodically repacks pivot and lubricates moving parts.