Irrigation Service Technician

Environmental Management, Inc.; Plain City (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A landscaping and irrigation solutions provider is seeking an Irrigation Installation Crew Leader in Plain City, Ohio. The successful candidate will oversee the installation of irrigation systems, ensuring project quality while training crew members. This role requires substantial irrigation and electrical experience, alongside effective communication skills with clients and team members. Candidates must be able to work extended hours in various weather conditions and manage equipment maintenance efficiently.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 to 8 years of related experience and/or training.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Train Crew Members on operating equipment safely.
• Coordinate daily work schedule with Project Manager.
• Conduct safety tailgate meetings.

Skills

Irrigation experience

Electrical experience

Team training

Customer communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

CLT/CLIA Certification

OSHAA 30hr certification

Tools

Power Blower

Slice Seeder

Excavator

Job description

Overview

Irrigation Installation Crew Leader install new underground irrigation systems for both residential and commercial clients. Position requires previous irrigation experience and/or electrical experience. Oversees the efficient operation of site maintenance while operating within EMI budget guidelines. Works in cooperation with Landscape Design / Sales, Irrigation Crew Members, Landscape Division Operations Manager with quality and customer satisfaction as top priority. Communicates and resolves all issues related to installation to ensure the installation meets the specifications of the design. Able to properly maintain and complete daily paperwork needed to report service activities to customers and EMI. Able and willing to communicate with customer site representatives when needed. Position may require working off hours and weekends to service residential clients. Must be available to work extended hours, weekends and during inclement weather.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Trains Crew Members on correctly and safely operating all equipment.
• Coordinate & prioritize daily work schedule with Project Manager.
• Obtains pertinent paperwork and job files prior to starting any new jobs.
• Maintains all equipment assigned to you crew, which includes greasing, cleaning fluid checks, and monitoring preventative maintenance needs.
• Conducts all safety tailgate meetings as prescribed by the Safety Manager.
• Enforces and supports all company policies and procedures at all times.
• Assists Project Manager in identifying up-sells.
• Oversees daily job site quality control.
• Communicates on a daily basis with Project Manager.
• Prepares and plans the next day’s work.
• Evaluates Crew Members and Certifies Individual Training Tasks.
• Manages and delegates responsibility.
• Completes basic equipment repair when needed.

Complete all daily paperwork i.e. timesheets, T&M tickets, field reports, accident reports and any other applicable paperwork.

Maintains tool inventory and coordinate equipment damage with Project Manager.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education / Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and at least 6 to 8 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Math Ability

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates and Licenses

• Must be CLT/CLIA Certified (or in the process of obtaining certifications)
• OSHAA 30hr certification
• Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture or Associates degree in landscaping/irrigation design or construction management a plus

Equipment

• Power Blower
• Slice Seeder
• Plate Compactor
• Partner Saw
• Wet Saw
• Powered Hand Tools
• Company Vehicle with Trailer (if Driver)
• Fork Lift / Skid Steer
• Chainsaw
• Excavator
• Laser Transit
• Trencher
• Pipe Puller

Computer Skills

• MS Word
• Email and etiquette
• Spreadsheets in Excel (including inputting daily information)
• Pronto Forms software

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises between 1-3 employees depending on the magnitude of the job. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions, wet or humid conditions, working near moving mechanical parts, and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration, toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electric shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands; reach with hands and arms; sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and hear. The employee is frequently required to talk.

Additional Information

This position is responsible for site maintenance in a professional manner according to EMI standard operating procedures. The employee must provide work direction for Crew Laborers. They are responsible for vehicle operation, equipment operation and adherence to EMI established safety procedures.