Irrigation Systems Technician: Install, Maintain & Troubleshoot

Asplundh Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Asplundh Careers is seeking an Irrigation Technician to install, test, and maintain irrigation equipment including sprinklers, pumps, water lines, and suction valves. You will design, install, troubleshoot, and repair irrigation controllers, including electrical components, and assist field personnel with diagnosing related problems.

This role emphasizes safety, OSHA procedures, and detailed record-keeping. Strong teamwork and the ability to communicate issues to supervisors are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Knowledge of methods, tools, equipment, materials, and practices used in irrigation.
• Knowledge of PVC installation techniques.
• Able to provide detailed irrigation site assessments.
• Able to perform basic math calculations.
• Respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.
• Work safely and follow safety procedures.
• Maintain good working relationships with coworkers and clients.

Responsibilities

• Designs, installs, troubleshoots, and repairs irrigation controllers, including electrical.
• Assists field personnel with diagnosing irrigation problems.
• Uses a proactive approach to irrigation system management.
• Performs site assessments and inspects equipment.
• Maintains and repairs control valves and irrigation mainlines 1”–12”.
• Repairs backflow prevention devices.
• Trains personnel as needed and ensures OSHA compliance.
• Maintains detailed maintenance records and work orders.
• Communicates issues to supervisors and prepares documents and reports.
• Supports safety and environmental protection cultures.

Skills

Trenching equipment operation

Irrigation system knowledge

Electrical troubleshooting

Basic math

Job description

Asplundh Careers is seeking an Irrigation Technician to install, test, and maintain irrigation equipment including sprinklers, pumps, water lines, and suction valves. You will design, install, troubleshoot, and repair irrigation controllers, including electrical components, and assist field personnel with diagnosing related problems.

This role emphasizes safety, OSHA procedures, and detailed record-keeping. Strong teamwork and the ability to communicate issues to supervisors are essential.