Build Your Career as a Pivot Irrigation Specialist
Delta Irrigation is expanding our agricultural irrigation service team in Southern Alberta and Saskatchewan and is looking for two Journeyperson Electricians who want to specialize in center-pivot irrigation.
This is an opportunity for experienced electricians to move beyond general electrical work and develop specialized expertise in large-scale agricultural irrigation, center pivots, controls, automation and emerging irrigation technologies.
You don't need to be a pivot expert on day one. If you're a strong Journeyperson Electrician with agricultural, industrial or irrigation experience and want to specialize in pivots, we are prepared to invest in your training and development.
The Opportunity
As a Journeyperson Electrician – Pivot Irrigation, you will become part of Delta's growing Alberta/Saskatchewan irrigation team, working primarily on center-pivot irrigation systems and associated electrical, pumping and control equipment.
· Troubleshooting, servicing and repairing center-pivot irrigation systems
· Electrical installation and wiring of new and existing pivots and corner systems
· Commissioning new pivot installations
· Diagnosing electrical, control and communication issues
· Installing and troubleshooting pivot control panels, GPS, telemetry and remote-monitoring technology
· Working with motors, pumps, VFDs and associated irrigation electrical systems
· Performing preventive maintenance and seasonal inspections
· Supporting irrigation system upgrades and modernization
· Providing technical support and operating guidance to customers
· Responding to field service requirements and breakdowns during irrigation season
· Maintaining accurate service records and communicating effectively with customers and the Delta service and projects teams
What We're Looking For
Required
· Alberta Journeyperson Electrician certification / Red Seal or equivalent recognized qualification
· Strong electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic ability
· Valid driver's licence and acceptable driving record
· Ability to work independently in field environments
· Strong customer-service and communication skills
· Willingness to travel throughout Southern Alberta and Saskatchewan
· Availability for extended hours and occasional weekend work during peak irrigation season
· Commitment to safe work practices
Experience that would be an asset
· Center-pivot irrigation experience
· Reinke, Valley, Zimmatic or other center-pivot systems
· Agricultural electrical systems
· Pumps, motors and VFDs
· PLCs, controls and automation
· GPS, telemetry and remote-monitoring systems
· Agricultural equipment troubleshooting and service
Training & Development
Delta will provide product and technical training for the right candidates, including opportunities for Reinke factory and product training.
Our objective is to develop highly capable pivot irrigation specialists who can grow with Delta as our agricultural irrigation business expands throughout Western Canada.
For experienced individuals interested in leadership, this position can also provide a pathway toward future Senior Technician, Lead Technician and service leadership opportunities as the team grows.
What Delta Provides
· Competitive Journeyperson Electrician compensation based on experience and qualifications
· Overtime opportunities during peak season
· Company service vehicle and fuel card
· Company phone and technology
· Specialized tools and equipment required for the position
· Medical and dental benefits
· Travel expenses and per diem for approved out-of-town work
· Technical and manufacturer training
· Year-round, permanent employment
· Opportunity to specialize in one of the most technically advanced areas of agricultural irrigation
Travel & Seasonal Work
Center-pivot irrigation is a field-service business, and candidates should understand the seasonal nature of the position.
The role requires regular travel throughout Southern Alberta and Saskatchewan, including some overnight travel. Spring and summer are the busiest periods and may require extended hours, occasional weekends and response to time-sensitive customer service requirements.
Delta works to coordinate service activities efficiently and minimize unnecessary travel, but candidates must be comfortable working throughout the Alberta/Saskatchewan territory.
About Delta
Delta Irrigation is part of the Delta Water Products group and provides irrigation equipment, design, installation, service and technical solutions to agricultural customers throughout Western Canada.
Our agricultural business includes large-scale irrigation projects, center-pivot systems, pumping systems, controls and emerging irrigation technologies.
We are continuing to invest in our people, technical capabilities and service organization as our agricultural irrigation business grows.
If you're an experienced electrician who enjoys troubleshooting, working independently and solving problems in the field—and would like to build specialized expertise in center-pivot irrigation—we'd like to hear from you.
Apply in confidence to Delta Irrigation Ltd.
Benefits:
- Company car
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Work Location: On the road
