Estate Irrigation Technician – Luxury Grounds

DFI Resources; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employer-paid health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Generous vacation and personal time

Charitable donation matching

Ongoing training and development

Wellness incentive program

Job summary

DFI Resources seeks an experienced irrigation specialist to maintain complex irrigation systems and ensure optimal water delivery for landscapes. You will work with contractors and internal teams to maintain pumps, reservoirs, and computerized controls while upholding exceptional aesthetic standards.

Responsibilities include monitoring water use, reporting data to stakeholders, and supporting short- and long-term goals. Local travel may be required, with a focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• College Degree in Horticulture or equivalent
• 3+ years experience in residential, golf course or related irrigation work
• Knowledge of landscape care, irrigation systems, pumps, and water delivery
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; positive attitude

Responsibilities

• Partner with Director of Properties and team to support operations and property needs
• Oversee all aspects of the irrigation system (wells, reservoir, pumps, computer controls, weather station)
• Participate in daily grounds support activities to achieve high service and performance standards
• Review physical surroundings to identify or report quality issues
• Track and report water use monthly to the LCRA and internally
• Make recommendations for short- and long-range goals and targets
• Evaluate water quality issues and propose solutions
• Carry out special projects as directed by the Horticulture Manager or Director of Properties
• Assist in applying chemicals to mitigate plant damage from disease, insects, weeds, or drought
• Manage water filtration

Skills

Irrigation systems knowledge

Pumps & reservoirs

Computerized controls

Water quality

Driver's license

Education

College Degree in Horticulture

Tools

Irrigation control software

Water filtration

Job description

DFI Resources seeks an experienced irrigation specialist to maintain complex irrigation systems and ensure optimal water delivery for landscapes. You will work with contractors and internal teams to maintain pumps, reservoirs, and computerized controls while upholding exceptional aesthetic standards.

Responsibilities include monitoring water use, reporting data to stakeholders, and supporting short- and long-term goals. Local travel may be required, with a focus on safety and quality.