Description:
Job Opportunity: Hydroponic Construction & Installation Technician – Full Time
Location: Johannesburg
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive – based on experience
Type: Full-time | On-site | Field-based work
Future Farms is a leader in climate-smart and sustainable agriculture, specializing in advanced hydroponic farming systems. We are currently seeking a skilled and dependable Hydroponic Construction & Installation Technician to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial to the success of our farm builds and includes hands-on construction, irrigation setup, and site coordination.
Key Responsibilities
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Assemble hydroponic tunnel structures (including steel/aluminum frames, shade netting, and plastic sheeting) - Welding skills neccissary
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Install and maintain irrigation systems , including drip lines, fertigation units, and tanks
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Perform basic electrical installations and troubleshooting for grow lights, pumps, and sensors (electrical experience is a strong advantage)
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Assist in transporting staff and equipment to various sites as needed (valid driver’s license required)
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Support the overall build process on farms , including physical setup, site prep, and layout according to plans
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Maintain a safe and organized worksite and report progress or issues to management
Requirements:
Job Opportunity: Hydroponic Construction & Installation Technician – Full Time
Location: Johannesburg
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive – based on experience
Type: Full-time | On-site | Field-based work
Future Farms is a leader in climate-smart and sustainable agriculture, specializing in advanced hydroponic farming systems. We are currently seeking a skilled and dependable Hydroponic Construction & Installation Technician to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial to the success of our farm builds and includes hands-on construction, irrigation setup, and site coordination.
Key Responsibilities
-
Assemble hydroponic tunnel structures (including steel/aluminum frames, shade netting, and plastic sheeting) - Welding skills neccissary
-
Install and maintain irrigation systems , including drip lines, fertigation units, and tanks
-
Perform basic electrical installations and troubleshooting for grow lights, pumps, and sensors (electrical experience is a strong advantage)
-
Assist in transporting staff and equipment to various sites as needed (valid driver’s license required)
-
Support the overall build process on farms , including physical setup, site prep, and layout according to plans
-
Maintain a safe and organized worksite and report progress or issues to management
-
Assemble hydroponic tunnel structures (including steel/aluminum frames, shade netting, and plastic sheeting) - Welding skills neccissary
-
Install and maintain irrigation systems , including drip lines, fertigation units, and tanks
-
Perform basic electrical installations and troubleshooting for grow lights, pumps, and sensors (electrical experience is a strong advantage)
-
Assist in transporting staff and equipment to various sites as needed (valid driver’s license required)
-
Support the overall build process on farms , including physical setup, site prep, and layout according to plans
-
Maintain a safe and organized worksite and report progress or issues to management
- Construction: 4 to 5 years
- Irrigation: 4 to 5 years
- Welder: 1 year or less
Candidate Requirements
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Minimum 3–5 years hands-on experience in construction or agricultural installation projects
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Proven experience with greenhouse or hydroponic tunnel builds
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Skilled in PVC/HDPE piping and irrigation system layout and troubleshooting
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Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for site installations
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Bonus: Experience with electrical work (e.g., wiring pumps, LED systems, basic control panels)
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Comfortable working outdoors and with physical tools
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Self-starter with a practical mindset, problem-solving skills, and ability to lead small tasks independently
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Minimum 3–5 years hands-on experience in construction or agricultural installation projects
-
Proven experience with greenhouse or hydroponic tunnel builds
-
Skilled in PVC/HDPE piping and irrigation system layout and troubleshooting
-
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for site installations
-
Bonus: Experience with electrical work (e.g., wiring pumps, LED systems, basic control panels)
-
Comfortable working outdoors and with physical tools
-
Self-starter with a practical mindset, problem-solving skills, and ability to lead small tasks independently
Candidate Requirements
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Minimum 3–5 years hands-on experience in construction or agricultural installation projects
-
Proven experience with greenhouse or hydroponic tunnel builds
-
Skilled in PVC/HDPE piping and irrigation system layout and troubleshooting
-
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for site installations
-
Bonus: Experience with electrical work (e.g., wiring pumps, LED systems, basic control panels)
-
Comfortable working outdoors and with physical tools
-
Self-starter with a practical mindset, problem-solving skills, and ability to lead small tasks independently