Ditchtender

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Ditchtender/Canal Maintenance/Equipment Operator

Job Summary

Responsible for the timely regulation and delivery of irrigation water to water users on an assigned route during the water season. Will also perform routine and emergency canal maintenance tasks and other duties as assigned.

Essential Job Functions, Duties & Responsibilities for Ditchtender

To perform the job successfully each essential function of the job must be performed satisfactorily. The following essential functions are activities that, if not performed, would significantly and fundamentally alter the position.

• Deliver and regulate irrigation water within tolerances allowed
• Visit each running turnout daily during the irrigation season and record a meter reading for the turnout on a water order; maintain a time schedule for water users.
• Receive daily water orders and maintain legible and accurate ditchtender books (i.e.: ability to perform basic math functions)
• Perform daily maintenance work on assigned ride during water season including but not limited to:
• Keep pickup clean and all flammables secured
• Pull, tie and replace checkboards as needed
• Maintain all locks and chains on ditch ride
• Remove debris on trash racks, walkways and on ditch banks
• Communicate problems and concerns on ditch to supervisor daily
• Remove debris from river weir, upstream and downstream
• Maintain a communicative working relationship with supervisor, co-workers, & farmers
• Maintain an accurate log of hours worked during ditchtender duties on a timesheet

Essential Job Functions, Duties & Responsibilities for Canal Maintenance/Equipment Operator

To perform the job successfully each essential function of the job must be performed satisfactorily. The following essential functions are activities that, if not performed, would significantly and fundamentally alter the position.

• During maintenance season the following are still important tasks
• Keep pickup clean and in good repair
• Pull, tie and replace checkboards as needed
• Maintain all locks and chains on canals
• Burn and/or remove debris on trash racks. walkways, and ditch banks
• Communicate problems and concerns to supervisor daily
• Fix or replace staff gauges, cat walks, tashracks
• Control weeks using burning, spraying, and sterilization on ditch banks
• Perform construction building and repair work to Company buildings, canal systems, structures, turnouts and /or gates as assigned
• Perform concrete form building and pouring of concrete for Company projects
• Operate light and heavy construction equipment upon training and as needed
• Maintain a communicative working relationship with supervisor, co-workers, & farmers
• Maintain attendance
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required
• Secondary function: other duties as assigned
• Maintain an accurate log of hours worked during maintenance season

Other

• Must display a positive attitude and promote team work
• Must display a courteous, respectful and tactful manner with supervisor, public and co-workers
• Must promote and follow all Company safety policies
• Use strong reasoning skills and take responsibilities for self in work environment
• Must possess and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL)
• Must possess and maintain an insurable driving record

Working Conditions

This position will expose the worker to environmental conditions found both indoors in an office setting and outdoors.

• Will frequently be exposed to extreme temperature, weather and environmental conditions
• May frequently be exposed to hazards such as water, rotation blades, electrical current, working at heights, etc.
• Will frequently be exposed to dust, dirt, fumes, vapors, and other pollutants
• Will frequently be exposed to loud environments and vibration form power tools and equipment
• May frequently be exposed to or in proximity of caustic chemicals and/or solvents
• May occasionally be exposed to heights, darkened, cramped, and/or confined spaces
• Will frequently be exposed to inherent hazards such as slipping, tripping, falling, vehicle accidents, etc.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend/stoop, twist, reach, talk and hear frequently and for long periods
• Must be able to crouch, kneel, and crawl frequently
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 100 lbs. occasionally
• Must be able to grip, grasp, and handle objects frequently
• Must have manual dexterity to operate a motor vehicle, various tools, equipment, and machinery
• Must be able to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing
• Must be able to navigate over and through a multitude of surfaces (i.e.: cement surfaces, dirt, gravel, grass, steep banks, etc.)
• Must be able to drive in all weather conditions

Long Term Needs

• Class A Drivers License is required but will send to a certified Driver’s School.
• Learn to operate Backhoe, Tractors, Dozer, and Grader
• Spray chemicals for weed control.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person