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sprinkler-irrigation-equipment mechanic

A professional who installs and maintains self-propelled circle-irrigation system on farms according to specifications. Respnsibilities include:

  • Reads work order to ascertain type system to be installed, installation location, and operating specifications.
  • Drives truck to haul tools and equipment to work site.
  • Raises prefabricated sections of irrigator into position, using truck-mounted crane, and connects sections together with precut structural aluminum and bolts.
  • Installs water pipe and sprinkler heads along framework, using pipe-wrenches and couplings.
  • Positions, seals, and secures irrigator to pivot of water supply, using crane, wrenches, and packing compound.
  • Activates irrigator and observes operation to verify synchronization of drive-wheels, and specified distribution and volume of water.
  • Replaces defective water lines, sprinkler heads, and structural members, using pipe threader, tube cutters, welding equipment, and handtools.
  • Tests and replaces electrical wiring and components, using test meter, soldering equipment, and wire strippers.
  • Periodically repacks pivot and lubricates moving parts.
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Penulis

  • Jason F
  • (United States of America)

  •  (V.I.P) 16216 poin
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