Irrigation & Grounds Technician

Genesis Distribution; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis Distribution seeks an Irrigation Specialist to manage campus irrigation across facilities in Washington, DC, including startup/shutdowns and new installations. The role covers servicing athletic fields, gardens, and residential areas, with snow removal and pond maintenance as needed.

The position requires a two-year turf grass degree or equivalent, five years of irrigation experience, and a valid driver’s license. This is full-time, on-site work at DC campuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum two-year degree in turf grass management or related field.
• Five years' irrigation and landscape management experience for athletic fields, golf courses, or similar.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Oversees irrigation systems campus-wide, including startup/shutdown and new installations.
• Monitors irrigation timing, coverage, and scheduling for all areas.
• Performs daily services on grounds and athletic fields; assists with snow removal and landscape renovations.
• Maintains ponds and water features; operates heavy machinery safely.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Diversity awareness

Safety awareness

Physical endurance

Education

Two-year degree in turf grass management

Tools

Mowers

Blowers

Sprayers

Backhoe

Tractors

Job description

Genesis Distribution seeks an Irrigation Specialist to manage campus irrigation across facilities in Washington, DC, including startup/shutdowns and new installations. The role covers servicing athletic fields, gardens, and residential areas, with snow removal and pond maintenance as needed.

The position requires a two-year turf grass degree or equivalent, five years of irrigation experience, and a valid driver’s license. This is full-time, on-site work at DC campuses.