irrigation system installer

Irrigation system installers build the necessary infrastructure for irrigation of soil, usually for agricultural purposes. They may be specialised in one or more of the various types of stationary irrigation systems.

Scope note

Excludes people using mobile irrigation devices.

Alternative Labels

agricultural irrigation system installer

irrigation installer

irrigation project worker

irrigation specialist

irrigation sprinkler system installer

irrigation system installer

irrigator

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

apply proofing membranes check water pressure follow health and safety procedures in construction inspect construction supplies install stationary sprinkler system install water purity mechanism set up drip irrigation system set up water filtration system transport construction supplies use measurement instruments use safety equipment in construction work ergonomically

Essential Knowledge

mechanical systems mechanics types of piping

Optional Skills and Competences

answer requests for quotation apply arc welding techniques apply spot welding techniques calculate needs for construction supplies install SSTI system install water reservoir keep personal administration keep records of work progress maintain irrigation systems monitor stock level operate excavator operate soldering equipment order construction supplies process incoming construction supplies set up water pump work in a construction team

Optional Knowledge

fertigation sensors

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/ef53663e-c295-43a4-a48e-84254270b138

Status

released

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