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Irrigation Technician Arizona

Plant Grow Harvest
locationWillcox, AZ 85643, USA
PublishedPublished: 6/14/2022
Agriculture
Full Time

Job Description

Job DescriptionSalary: 50,000 - 70,000

Location: Willcox, Arizona (or surrounding region)

Reports To: Farm Director

Employment Type: Full-Time, Year-Round

About the Role

We are seeking a highly capable and hands-on Irrigation Technician to lead all irrigation operations across our Arizona farms. This is a field-based, doer position responsible for ensuring our irrigation systemsespecially center pivotsrun smoothly, efficiently, and without interruption. Youll play a critical role in supporting our planting, growing, and harvest cycles through proactive maintenance, repairs, and daily monitoring of water systems.

Youll be the go-to expert on pumps, pivots, and water delivery, working closely with the Farm Manager/Director and the broader farming crew to keep everything running like clockwork.

Key Responsibilities

Pump & Motor Maintenance

  • Inspect and service pumps and motors used in agricultural irrigation systems
  • Check fluid levels daily and perform bi-annual fluid servicing
  • Listen for changes in unit operations and troubleshoot proactively
  • Maintain and service injection pumps and related components
  • Work with vendors for parts and external repairs as needed



Pivot Operations & Maintenance

  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all models of center pivots (e.g., Zimmatic, Valley, Rinke)
  • Replace or repair gearboxes, final drives, drive lines, tower connections, tires, goosenecks, and drops
  • Monitor for leaks, clogs, or faulty nozzles and make immediate corrections
  • Maintain FieldNET or other monitoring apps (training provided if needed)
  • Perform emergency maintenance when needed, including overnight issues during peak season



System Oversight & Water Flow

  • Understand and manage water distribution throughout the farm
  • Read and report flow meters to track gallons used per month
  • Maintain a preventative maintenance (PM) program across all irrigation assets
  • Assist farming crews during planting, growing, and harvest seasons to ensure water systems are ready and operational

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in irrigation system management, preferably in a production farming setting
  • Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills with pumps, pivots, and motors
  • Working knowledge of electrical systems and pipe construction a strong plus
  • Familiarity with FieldNET or other remote irrigation monitoring tools (preferred but not required)
  • Ability to work independently, while also coordinating with vendors and internal teams
  • Physically capable of lifting 75 lbs and climbing ladders or working at height
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to document maintenance and repairs

Youll Thrive in This Role If You:

  • Take pride in keeping systems running smoothly with minimal downtime
  • Can think and act quickly under pressureespecially when a pivot goes down mid-season
  • Are mechanically minded, detail-oriented, and proactive about maintenance
  • Enjoy working outside, getting your hands dirty, and seeing your efforts drive real results
  • Communicate well with both vendors and farming teammates

Compensation:

  • Salary: $50,000 $70,000
  • PTO: 10 days + 9 company holidays
  • We will provide a vehicle for farm duties.
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