Irrigation technicians install, maintain and service agriculture irrigation systems. Technicians dig irrigation dams, canals and ditches; assemble and install irrigation equipment; perform regular system maintenance; troubleshoot and repair problems; and retrofit older systems to improve water efficiency and reduce operating costs.
*Irrigation industry compensation information is based on reporting by Irrigation Association members, industry recruiters, online job postings and the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Compensation varies by candidate experience and job location. This data is provided for information only and does not represent a guarantee or commitment by the Irrigation Foundation.